from bricklayer to overlord

Joseph, the heir to the Prosperous Group, was separated from his family as a child and adopted by a kind-hearted farmer. In order to protect his adoptive sister, he was beaten into a fool. Years later, Joseph and his adoptive mother attend his sister's wedding, only to be humiliated and coldly rejected by the ungrateful sister, who refuses to acknowledge them. What she doesn't know is that the fiancé she's so eager to marry is none other than Joseph's biological brother—and in the end, she gets a rude awakening.

Esther Yale grew up relying solely on her father, Edmund Yale, after her mother, May Dayne, left the family. Years of overwork took a toll on her health, and Esther developed cancer. Struggling to afford her father's medical expenses, she reluctantly sought help from her estranged mother, who had built a new life for herself. However, her attempt to reconnect was met with staunch opposition from her grandfather. After Edmund's tragic passing, Esther, burdened by grief and resentment, accepted a job as a caregiver in the Dayne Residence. Immersed in her mother's world, she began to uncover the depths of May's hidden love and sacrifices. Slowly, Esther's hatred gave way to understanding and forgiveness. When faced with a terminal diagnosis, Esther made the ultimate sacrifice to save her younger brother, leaving behind a legacy of love and reconciliation.

In Obreford, billionaire Ysabel Harper and Darlene Anderson give birth on the same day, but Darlene secretly swaps their babies. Seventeen years later, the true heiress, Minnie, endures abuse and hardship while living with Darlene, whereas the false heiress, Camellia, enjoys a carefree life and often bullies Minnie. Fortunately, Ysabel eventually discovers the truth and reclaims her biological daughter, Minnie. However, Darlene’s ambitions are far from over; she conspires with the Lawson family to undermine the Harper family’s status. When her plan ultimately fails, she murders her own daughter, Camellia, in a fit of rage. As the investigation deepens, Ysabel uncovers that the true mastermind behind the schemes is her sister-in-law, Kaylee Allen. Kaylee has always believed that Ysabel’s wealth comes from her late brother, Blake Allen’s, inheritance, but in reality, Ysabel’s success is due to her own hard work and intelligence. Blake is revealed to be a mere “kept man” living off Ysabel, and after the truth comes to light, Kaylee is sent to prison. In the end, Ysabel clears Minnie’s name, and the mother and daughter reunite, finding happiness together.

The short drama follows the lives of Sandy Wood and Dave Carter, shedding light on the complex and often conflicting aspects of family duty. Before their marriage, Dave is hailed by everyone as a reliable, dutiful man, someone who embodies devotion and is expected to become the perfect husband. Yet, once married, Sandy begins to see another side of him. His so-called "honesty" masks a deeper flaw - blind, unquestioning obedience to his parents. Dave sacrifices their marriage and Sandy's happiness, putting his parents' wishes above all else. His submission leaves him helpless in the face of family tensions, and it forces Sandy to endure constant injustice and pressure from her in-laws. Over time, this silent suffering builds until Sandy reaches her breaking point and finds the courage to break her silence, seeking change and her own liberation.

At the age of five, Narelle Lorne is bullied by her family's nanny. To protect her younger brother, she falls off a cliff, loses her memory, and is lost. A trash collector adopted her. Fifteen years later, Sherry Jerom works at the Lorne Hotel, where she encounters her biological mother and brother. However, they make her suffer from torment, bullying, and humiliation. When Sherry regains her memory and recalls who she is, she is disappointed in her mother and brother that she refuses to see them as family. Her brother nearly kills her. Once her identity is revealed, her mother and brother are filled with guilt and remorse. Through their confessions, Sherry discovers the deep love they have for her over the past fifteen years. In the end, they reconcile and live a happy life ever after.

Feeling weary of constant praise, Lincoln Sanders, known as the Martial King of Northern Hill, decided to keep a low profile by working as a designated driver. One night, he rescued a girl from a pervert and realized she was his fiancée. Eager to marry her, he rushed to her home, only to find another girl who looked exactly like her. Could it be that the one who spent a wild night with him was actually...?

Irene Britton, a single mom delivery rider, raises her son Taz Britton, thinking he's just a troublemaker at school. Unknown to her, seven-year-old Taz is actually Aurelia's famous genius doctor, deliberately hiding his talents. While delivering food, Irene is saved by Fabian Lyons, who is actually Aurelia's boxing champion and her one-night stand from seven years ago—Taz's father. Fabian pretends to be injured to stay close to her family. Just as Irene is struggling to support everyone, she discovers her long-lost father of 30 years, Toni Emerson. Though appearing to be a simple security guard, Toni is actually the powerful leader of Aurelia's wealthiest conglomerate, Emerson Group. With these three remarkable men in her life, Irene's fortunes take an unexpected turn for the better.

Mandy's son and daughter-in-law, eager to make money from a bride price, pressured and threatened her—a widow for many years—into marrying Seth, a man in a vegetative state due to a car accident. With no way to refuse, Mandy went through with the marriage, feeling scared and reluctant. However, she was surprised to be warmly welcomed and treated kindly by Seth's daughter, Kira. At first, Mandy resisted the idea of staying, but over time, she grew more willing to remain by Seth's side. What she didn't realize was that Seth was slowly regaining awareness, deeply touched by her presence and care...

Yulia's parents forced her to marry John Hooper for money. She suffered from domestic violence for years, got serious injuries many times, and ended up in hospital. When the violence involved her daughter, Yulia decided to fight back.

Meng Yin, a young man from the modern world, suddenly finds himself transported back to the ancient Daxian Dynasty, landing in the unexpected role of a county magistrate. Just as he’s adjusting to this new life, he’s drawn into a dangerous power struggle between the fierce Empress and a group of corrupt ministers bent on seizing control. Facing threats on all sides, Meng Yin must rely on his modern knowledge and clever tactics to outwit the scheming officials. Together with the Empress, he fights to bring justice and prosperity to Daxian, helping to usher in a golden age for the kingdom.

Lily Walter, pregnant out of wedlock, was deemed a disgrace by her village. To ensure her child's survival, she fled with the baby, leaving behind a community that banished her deceased family from their ancestral records. Years later, Lily built the globally recognized environmental enterprise, Bluesky Group, and became the world's wealthiest individual.

Eight years ago, Lily Moore thought she had lost her boyfriend forever. Heartbroken and pregnant, she entrusted her newborn daughter, Luna Moore, to her mother, Jean Lake, and disappeared from their lives. For eight long years, Lily never returned home, never once seeing the child she left behind. Now gravely ill, Jean seeks out her daughter in the city, desperate to secure a future for Luna. But Lily, now married and determined to protect her new life, refuses to acknowledge the little girl she once abandoned…

Twenty-eight years ago, Connor Daly faced a heart-wrenching decision when his wife, Dahlia Bell, experienced complications during childbirth. Choosing to save the baby, he inadvertently caused the death of his father-in-law, Harold Bell. This tragedy ignited a deep-seated hatred in his mother-in-law and brother-in-law, Andrew Bell. Fast forward eighteen years, Connor's son, Valor Daly, is accepted into college, but the family struggles financially. Desperate, Connor attempts to borrow money from the village but fails and is forced to turn to Andrew for help. Initially met with Andrew's cold refusal, Connor reveals that the decision to save the baby had been Dahlia's. Valor, overhearing this revelation, steps in to mediate, leading Andrew to eventually lend the money for Valor's education. Years later, Valor becomes a successful entrepreneur and plans to invest back in his hometown. However, his efforts are thwarted by a local bully, stirring unrest among the villagers. In a moment of crisis, Valor returns to confront the bully and the villagers. When Dahlia gets injured, the villagers even consider expelling Connor from the village. Valor steps in, fights for his parents' justice, and transforms the villagers' attitudes. One evening, Scarlett Ross demands that Valor break off his engagement with her niece, Fay Ross, citing pressure from Joe Payne's powerful family. Valor travels to Ecrin county to speak with Fay. Upon learning the truth, he decides to challenge Joe at the engagement party, determined to protect Fay and their future together.

Not long after the tycoon adopts Eve from the orphanage, his wife unexpectedly becomes pregnant. Fearing she'll lose their love, Eve secretly plots to cause a miscarriage. But her plan fails, and the tycoon's wife safely gives birth. Consumed by jealousy, Eve begins tormenting the child, eventually selling her to human traffickers, leaving the couple heartbroken and grieving over their missing daughter. As Eve grows older, she becomes even more ruthless, demanding the million dollars set aside to find the child and forcing the couple to hand over their assets. Just when hope seems lost, a woman arrives - searching for her biological parents. However, she mistakenly identifies the wrong people, unknowingly tormenting her real parents in the process.

Frank Yates, from the top martial arts clan Yates, sought an alliance with Evan Shaw to fend off foreign invasion. Betrayed, Evan allied with outsiders, leading to Yates' massacre. Frank's daughter Rachel, pregnant with Evan's son Roy's child, escaped, giving birth to triplets. Believing her children dead, they were saved by Young and Jayden, who expelled Walson and preserved Rachel's life. Vowing revenge, Rachel aimed to restore Yates' glory. Seven years later, her triplets made a stunning appearance at a martial arts exchange, defending Lingerland's honor.

Shiela Carter suffered betrayal in her marriage, and she divorced her ex-husband by selling him two million and one dollars to start a new life. She opened a restaurant using her excellent culinary skills and won the heart of Zachary Goodwin, CEO of Goodwin Group. As they faced harassment from her ex-husband's family and Sharon Jennings, their relationship deepens. Zachary's mother supported them, and when Shiela's identity as an heiress of the Carter family was revealed, they ultimately overcame obstacles and lived happily ever after.

Camron Fogg, the key player in the company, is abruptly fired by the chairman's daughter returning from abroad, leading to critical layoffs that nearly cripple the company. Amid the turmoil, an imposter posing as Camron Fogg takes advantage of the situation and begins to get close to the chairman's daughter.

Faye Grey, heiress to the legendary Draco Clan said to control half of the world’s fortune, keeps her identity hidden while being with Steve Pitt for three years to repay a life-saving favor. Secretly, she helps him achieve his success. However, Steve eventually grows disdainful of her and begins a relationship with Mary Cooper, the heiress of the Coopers. In a fit of anger, Faye grabs a beggar from the street and marries him on the spot. Unbeknownst to her, the beggar is actually Rolan Quinn, the top tycoon of Delinia. To avoid his family's pressure to marry, Rolan agrees to the arrangement. As time goes by, Faye and Rolan gradually fall for each other, and Faye eventually discovers that Rolan is the person who saved her years ago.