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Wo-Sum, formerly a greedy official, is executed and reborn in 1983. He finds himself in the care of the Bai family, old friends of his family, and is tasked with passing a college entrance exam, despite having no formal education in this life. He surprises everyone by scoring perfectly, showcasing his past-life knowledge.
Wo-Sum uses his past knowledge to identify valuable antiques from a junk collector, which he then sells for a significant profit, using the money to buy a house. He also confronts Li Jianguo, a former bully, and turns him into a loyal assistant in a date selling business. Wo-Sum quickly earns 10,000 dollars through this venture.
Wo-Sum saves Liu Shuyao from kidnappers, earning the gratitude of her father, Liu Yunlong, a powerful figure. This encounter strengthens his connection with Liu Shuyao, who begins to show interest in him.
Wo-Sum and Li Jianguo venture into the fertilizer business, getting a large deal by exposing Wang Huaili, Yang Dexun's brother-in-law, for infidelity. This angers the Huang family, who retaliate. Wo-Sum, with the help of Liu Yunlong, fends off the Huangs and secures a stable supply of fertilizer, making over a hundred thousand dollars weekly.
Wo-Sum decides to open a supermarket, revolutionizing the retail model. He buys an expensive watch for Seo Yeon, hinting at his feelings. The Huang family attempts to sabotage his supermarket by opening a rival store with cheaper goods. However, Wo-Sum partners with Song Huaijia, a major wholesaler, allowing him to offer lower prices and outcompete his rivals.
Wo-Sum is interviewed by the Jiangcheng Daily, where he exposes a corrupt editor. He also attends Liu Yunlong's birthday, where his superior knowledge of antiques and his artistic talent further impress the Liu family and highlight his growing connection with Liu Shuyao. Seo Yeon expresses her feelings for Wo-Sum.
Wo-Sum and Seo Yeon travel to their hometown to honor his mother. On the way, Wo-Sum displays his protective nature by dealing with local bullies. Upon arriving, they face the village mayor and his son, who try to extort money from Wo-Sum for a supposed debt his mother owed. Wo-Sum exposes their fraudulent claims and uses his influence to have them arrested, bringing peace and development to his village.
Wo-Sum's supermarket continues to thrive, with profits reaching millions. Li Jianguo is promoted to manager. The Huang family attempts another sabotage, resulting in Huang Yiming's father being arrested. Wo-Sum continues to expand into various industries, achieving great success. He finds himself at a crossroads with both Seo Yeon and Liu Shuyao expressing their affections and competing for his attention.