This episode's plot revolves around the tragic experiences of the male protagonist, Cheng Sheng. Cheng Sheng lives with his mother, Lu Ping, in a dilapidated unfinished building with harsh living conditions. An arrogant woman of unknown identity (suspected to be Ye Wanyu's agent or assistant), accompanied by thugs, shows up at their door. She misunderstands and accuses Cheng Sheng of extorting the actress Ye Wanyu. Despite Cheng Sheng's attempts to explain, the woman, without listening, orders him to be beaten and their home to be ransacked. In the chaos, Cheng Sheng's mother, Lu Ping, steps forward to intervene and is pushed down, sustaining injuries. Before leaving, the arrogant woman warns Cheng Sheng to recognize his social standing and stay away from the actress. Finally, Cheng Sheng's good friend Da Lei arrives and helps Cheng Sheng take his injured mother to the hospital. This episode establishes the survival struggles of the lower class and the bullying conflicts with the upper echelons of power.
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