Weidong Zhao

Aixiu marries a farmer, Aixiang, and gives birth to a son. In a desperate situation, Aixiang "pawns" his wife, Aixiu, to the Li family for three years, whose wife is unable to have children, and Aixiu's task is to carry on the family's legacy for her. In the midst of humiliation and pain, Aixiu becomes pregnant with the offspring of the Li family, but after she gives birth to the child, her situation in the Li family is in a state of decline, not only is she treated with disdain day in and day out, but she is also asked to do all kinds of menial and heavy work.

Spanning three generations, the story follows a family of women dedicated to serving their Beijing neighborhood, showcasing the evolution of Hutong culture. From the early days of liberation to the present, Tian Zao devotes her life to grassroots work, inspiring her daughter and granddaughter to carry on her legacy, reflecting the changing spirit of youth and community over time.