The Zhao family, five people with very distinct personalities, lived in Bianliang City in a busy area of Qu’er Alley during the Northern Song Dynasty. Wen Yue, his wife, wanted to purchase land and guarantee their future, but Zhao Bu You, a low-ranking clerk, wanted a quiet existence.

The family stayed close in spite of their regular disagreements. When they became involved in the spectacular Mei Ship case, their lives drastically changed.