The story started in 1937 when the war against Japanese aggression broke out. It revolves around Zhang Han Shi / Zhang Song Ling, who is a simple man born into a family of scholars. On the eve of his wedding, his wife and family were murdered, but he survived. He then embarked on his quest for revenge, joining the communist party and the mounting anti-Japanese resistance. (Source: wicked potato at MyDramaList) ~~ Adapted from the novel "Farewell to Arms" (烽烟尽处) by Jiu Tu.