After a tragedy turns her world upside down, Jin Young-soon raises her son with the aim of steering him away from a life of hardship like hers.

Filled with childhood resentment, Choi Kang-ho navigates his career with ruthless ambition — later approaching Young-soon with a cruel motive.

A shocking accident leaves Kang-ho's outlook uncertain. Young-soon takes him home and seizes an opportunity for redemption.

As Kang-ho recovers, he and Young-soon get closer. However, Young-soon later visits Seoul and witnesses unfavorable traces of Kang-ho's life.

After retuning home, Lee Mi-joo encounters Kang-ho in his new condition. Young-soon faces aggression from an unrelenting neighbor.

Kang-ho experiences a mysterious attack. Mi-joo finds an fortuitous business opportunity. The town convenes to rally against Young-soon.

Young-soon panics about the future after she receives scary news. Another sudden blow forces her to make hard decisions about herself and Kang-ho.

Young-soon and Kang-ho go through recollections of Kang-ho's past — discovering another side to his story.

Young-soon prepares Kang-ho for a safer future. After a startling incident, Mi-joo and Kang-ho share a tender moment — further complicating their lives.

With Mi-joo by his side, Kang-ho finds out the truth after an alarming moment. Bang Sam-sik gets caught up in a dangerous situation.

After a frightening incident at the farm, Young-soon discovers more information. As Kang-ho proceeds with his plan, Mi-joo and Sam-sik follow suit.

Mi-joo and Sam-sik risk their safety to track down a key witness. Young-soon finds support from her friends.

Kang-ho enacts his final plan to take down Oh Tae-soo. Young-soon gives Kang-ho and Mi-joo her blessings.