Despite his father's disappointment, Kang Tae-poong lives a double life of reckless nights and quiet gardening. But one day, he receives unexpected news.
Amid a great loss and the IMF crisis, Tae-poong struggles to tend to his father's company. But he soon recruits Oh Mi-seon to help him learn the ropes.
Tae-poong steps up as a leader, building a new partnership with Mi-seon. He heads to Busan for opportunities, unaware that fresh hardship awaits at home.
Tae-poong and Mi-seon clear a hurdle in exporting safety shoes - only to face another. Later, a meeting with a friend sparks Tae-poong's next big idea.
After Tae-poong makes a deal with Pyo Bak-ho, Pyo Hyun-jun becomes furious. Meanwhile, Tae-poong and Mi-seon embark on a short getaway with loved ones.