I Hail From the Mountains

• Counterattack
• Family
• Revenge

• Ep. 1
  Faye Wood, the daughter of the poorest family in the village, is preparing to attend university. Her parents, desperate to gather enough money for her tuition, attend a local event where villagers are expected to contribute financially. The scene is chaotic, with people offering various items, including a chicken, as gifts. Faye's parents are met with disdain and mockery from others, who belittle their poverty and lack of proper contributions. Despite their humiliation, they persist, hoping to secure enough funds for Faye's education. Meanwhile, Faye's father, Marvin, overhears cruel remarks from his brother, who mocks their situation. The tension is palpable as the family struggles to maintain their dignity. Amidst the ridicule, Faye's mother tries to comfort her husband, reminding him of their daughter's future. The scene ends with a glimmer of hope as someone announces they have "great news" to share, hinting at a possible breakthrough in their dire circumstances.
• Ep. 2
  Faye Wood and her family, known for their humble background as shoe shiners, attend a celebratory banquet hosted by a distant relative. The atmosphere quickly turns hostile as the host mocks their poverty, insulting their presence and the food they brought. The host cruelly suggests they should be there to shine shoes rather than dine with the "respectable" guests. Faye's father, Marvin, tries to diffuse the situation, but the humiliation becomes unbearable. As the tension escalates, Marvin collapses, overwhelmed by the shame and stress. Faye cries out for help, desperately calling for her father, who lies unresponsive. The scene highlights the deep-seated prejudice and the emotional toll it takes on the family.
• Ep. 3
  Faye, the daughter of the poorest family in the village, has just been accepted into university. Overwhelmed with grief, she mourns her father, Marvin, who passed away before he could hear the good news. She laments that he never lived to see her achieve something great. Her family struggles to gather enough money for her tuition, selling everything they can. Faye’s uncle steps in, offering his savings meant for his own future, but Faye refuses, feeling guilty for burdening him. Despite her uncle’s insistence, Faye decides to give up on her dream of attending university, unable to bear the financial strain on her family. Her mother and uncle are heartbroken, urging her to reconsider, but Faye remains resolute, torn between her aspirations and her love for her family.
• Ep. 4
  Faye, overwhelmed by the financial struggles of her family, decides to drop out of school to work and support her parents. Her mother, devastated by this decision, confronts her, demanding she kneel and look into her father’s eyes. Faye repeats her decision, but her mother reminds her of her father’s greatest wish—for her to succeed and rise above their poverty. She recounts the hardships they’ve endured, working menial jobs and being looked down upon, emphasizing that Faye’s education is their only hope for a better future. Faye’s mother pleads with her to persevere, reminding her of the sacrifices they’ve made. She even strikes Faye for the first time, urging her to remember the pain and use it as motivation to keep going. Faye, moved by her mother’s words, resolves to continue her studies, determined to honor her parents’ sacrifices and achieve success.
• Ep. 5
  Xinqin visits Dazhuang to borrow money for her son Wufu's university tuition. Dazhuang initially agrees to help, praising Wufu's achievement, but then begins to make inappropriate advances towards Xinqin, reminiscing about her beauty and suggesting she needs a man in her life. Xinqin resists, but Dazhuang pressures her, implying that her cooperation is necessary for the loan. Just as the situation becomes tense, Dazhuang's wife bursts in, accusing Xinqin of seducing her husband. A heated argument ensues, with Xinqin trying to explain her innocence. Later, Xinqin returns home, visibly distressed, and tells her son to focus on his studies, hinting at the sacrifices she has made for his future. The scene ends with a sense of unresolved tension and hardship.

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