Dashan, a rural academic achiever, is accepted into university, while his childhood sweetheart Xiaoxue's father suffers an accidental paralysis, plunging both of them into a difficult dilemma. The local ruffian Zhao Yang schemes and sets traps, and a misunderstanding in the grove leads Dashan to mistakenly believe Xiaoxue has changed her heart, causing him to leave heartbroken for the city to pursue his studies. Years later, Dashan returns to his hometown as a project manager, reuniting with Xiaoxue to uncover the whole truth: Xiaoxue has endured years of gossip and worked hard running a shop, secretly entrusting someone to sponsor his education. Zhao Yang's illicit plots are exposed and he is arrested and imprisoned, clearing away all misunderstandings. Dashan gives up his comfortable urban life to stay in the village and build a business hand in hand with Xiaoxue, leading the villagers to prosperity. After enduring separation and hardship, the two finally stay together in fulfillment.