After the unexpected death of his parents, 17-year-old Wen Hai is placed under the guardianship of his wealthy half-brother, Gu Huaizhou, whom he has never met. Initially marked by indifference and torment, Wen Hai appears obedient but harbors resentment. Meanwhile, Gu Leng tries to manipulate him, and Wen Hai becomes involved with his debtor, Jiang Nan, who ultimately falls in love and tragically commits suicide. Wen Hai and Gu Huaizhou's relationship evolves from antipathy to attraction, but family ties and betrayals drive them apart, culminating in a breakup when Gu Leng drastically intervenes.