Dwelling in the Fuchun Mountains: The Act

• Family
• Family Ethics

• Ep. 1
  Alex Wang's family is struggling with poverty. His mother scolds him, saying he's a burden and wishes he would die. Alex's sister, Anna, tries to intervene, but their mother is cruel. A doctor informs them that Alex has suffered severe brain damage and will be a vegetable for the rest of his life. Despite this, Anna decides to take care of her brother, showing her kindness and dedication. The family's situation is dire, with their mother blaming Alex for their misfortunes. The scene sets a somber tone, highlighting the family's struggles and the consequences of Alex's accident.
• Ep. 2
  A desperate family pleads with a doctor to save their young son's life, offering to pay any amount for his treatment. The mother begs the doctor to cure her son, saying they will give anything. However, the doctor suggests that maintaining the boy's current condition might be more cost-effective. Meanwhile, a young girl is forced to drop out of school to support her family after her brother falls ill. She tries to sell her books to an uncle figure, explaining that she needs to earn money for her brother's medical treatment. The uncle eventually agrees to buy the books, showing some kindness to the struggling girl. The scene shifts to a tense confrontation between two men, with one threatening the other and demanding money. The atmosphere is intense, with repeated warnings to "get out" and "play." The dialogue suggests a complex web of relationships and conflicts within the family and community.
• Ep. 3
  Anna Wang is scolded by her grandmother for not being able to take care of her brother Alex. The grandmother is angry and tells Anna that she is useless and will never amount to anything. Anna tries to explain that she has been working hard to earn money for Alex's medical treatment, but the grandmother is unsympathetic. Anna promises to take good care of Alex and not abandon him again, and her mother asks her to promise to always prioritize Alex's needs, no matter what happens in the future. Anna agrees, promising to care for Alex without complaint or regret.
• Ep. 4
  Anna Wang is struggling to make ends meet while taking care of her brother Alex, who has been in a coma for 15 years. She works multiple jobs to pay for his medical treatment. One day, she learns about the Chu Corporation's recruitment notice, which promises a reward of 5 million for solving a set of difficult problems. If she can solve them, she can use the money to save her brother. Anna decides to take on the challenge, hoping to secure a better future for her brother. With determination, she sets out to tackle the problems, driven by the hope of saving her brother's life.
• Ep. 5
  Alex Wang, a former vegetable, astonishes everyone with his exceptional problem-solving skills. He effortlessly solves ten complex mathematical problems, including ones that even geniuses struggle with. The onlookers are stunned, questioning how an ordinary delivery person could possess such intellect. As Alex solves each problem with ease, the crowd's skepticism turns to amazement. Charlie Chu, the head of the Chu Corporation, takes notice and invites Alex to meet him, hinting at a potential opportunity as the head of the research and development department. The scene ends with Alex being congratulated and introduced to Dr. Li, marking the beginning of a new chapter in his life.

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