In 1990s Beijing, a modest inn becomes a hub for a group of young individuals from across the nation, all seeking to fulfill their aspirations in the bustling city. Xu Shengli relentlessly pursues his passion for scriptwriting, undeterred by continuous rejections. Singer Zhuang Zhuang dreams of performing on grand stages but supports himself through commercial gigs. Shen Ranran grapples with tough decisions as she aims for leading roles in the competitive entertainment world. Talented cellist Tao Liangliang plays beneath overpasses, chasing his musical ambitions. Guo Zongbao, a background actor with artistic dreams, juggles various jobs to care for his ill family. Painter Cao Ye struggles to be understood in a dismissive society. Despite their relentless efforts, the harsh realities of life loom large, and as the new millennium approaches, some cling to their dreams while others must surrender, but the passion for art endures within them all.