The Chinese drama "A Romance of the Little Forest" tells the story of Zhuang Yu (played by Zhang Binbin), a botany professor who is dedicated to the cultivation and research of Artemisia annua, and is indifferent to worldly fame, fortune, and socializing, unintentionally hurting the country girl Yu Meiren (played by Yu Shuxin), who had a crush on him many years ago. Many years later, Yu Meiren earned a Ph.D. in ornithology with excellent grades, but chose to become a fashion blogger to avoid the pressure of scientific research. Unexpectedly, she crossed paths with Zhuang Yu again. Zhuang Yu went to Qingshui village for field research and coincidentally stayed at Yu Meiren's homestay. With Yu Meiren's help, Zhuang Yu's scientific research progressed smoothly, and he also felt the love and warmth that plants could not give him. Yu Meiren was inspired and encouraged by Zhuang Yu's dedication to his academic pursuits, and she decided to use her knowledge to give back to her hometown. Although they had different starting points, the two young people shared the same ideal of building their country and hometown with love and worked together hand in hand....

Upon returning to China, Zhou Yu, the heir of the Zhou Group, meets Jiang Lai, a scumbag appraiser who is skilled in lying and disguising. To protect the snapdragon farm her father has rented to the Zhou Group without her consent, Jiang Lai approaches Zhou Yu by impersonating his fiancée, whom he has never met before. Can Jiang Lai resolve the countless identity crises and difficulties coming her way? On the other hand, Zhou Yu is deeply embroiled in internal corporate conflicts and inheritance disputes. Is there a secret behind his sudden return to his home country? As the evenly-matched pair advance towards their respective goals, what began as a scam evolves into an unexpected romance. How will the two confront their true feelings to embrace each other through the layers of deception? What other secrets are they hiding?...

Ling Se, the eldest daughter of Ling Ji Cloth Shop, has always dreamed of leaving her family on her birthday to live a life of complete freedom where she doesn't have to marry or cater to others. However, her plans are thwarted when she unexpectedly encounters Xu Zilu, the wealthiest man in Linchun City. Not only does he outmaneuver her to acquire a shop she had long been eyeing, but he also deceives her into forming a contract marriage, binding them together against her will. Despite this, Ling Se’s kind-hearted and independent nature and innovative business acumen gradually earn Xu Zilu's admiration, and he begins to develop feelings for her. As this pair of bickering yet fond "frenemies" continue their interactions, a hidden crisis within the Xu family begins to surface. The sudden appearance of a rival, Wu Qi, further complicates Xu Zilu's business and personal life. Fortunately, Ling Se's cleverness and entrepreneurial spirit led to the creating of a series of unique products. On their journey to the capital to resolve the family crisis, Ling Se and Xu Zilu grow closer, supporting and trusting each other more deeply. Together, they ultimately secure the prestigious title of Imperial Merchant and embark on a new commercial adventure in the capital....