Niu Dali was once the fearless leader of a mountain stronghold, a man with big dreams, strong convictions, and the courage to face any challenge. But when circumstances force the stronghold to disband, his life takes an unexpected turn. With his former position gone and no clear path ahead, he must find a way to rebuild his life from scratch.After discussing their future with his wife, Mao Xiaojing, Niu Dali decides to move with her and their young son to Wanyao Town, hoping to give his family a better life. The town is a crowded gathering place filled with all kinds of people, opportunities, and dangers. Although making ends meet proves difficult, Niu Dali refuses to give up. He is determined to provide for his loved ones and maintain a little dignity despite their struggles.Dreaming of becoming his own boss, he plans to use his modest savings to establish a martial arts school. Unfortunately, his hopes are quickly crushed when two cunning intermediaries, Bai Sheji and Qing Sheji, take advantage of his inexperience and cheat him during the residency and martial arts license applications. Before he knows it, his hard-earned savings are gone, leaving him and his family with almost nothing.Forced to face poverty and an uncertain future, Niu Dali must rely on his courage, determination, and resourcefulness to survive. Yet he refuses to let hardship defeat him. What follows is an inspiring journey of an ordinary man fighting against difficult circumstances, protecting his family, and striving to rise from the bottom to build a better future.