Jiang Yan, a country youth, studied hard and achieved success, passing the prefectural examination as the top scholar and bringing glory to Xishui Village. However, once glory was added, troubles came one after another: his harsh grandmother maliciously spread rumors of plagiarism, the wealthy Pei family coveted the secret tea recipe, and they colluded with mountain bandits to frame and harm him. His third aunt was deeply trapped in the quagmire of domestic violence, and broke free from suffering under Jiang Yan's guidance. Imperial grace descended, and Jiang Yan received the court's award, entering Lianxi Academy with glory. Facing the disdain and exclusion of aristocratic youths, he argued logically and convinced everyone with his talent. A young man in cloth clothes, unafraid of powerful authorities, stepped step by step onto the path of success.