Depicts the struggles of small and medium-sized businesses and their families who face the 1997 IMF crisis head-on.
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.
After barely escaping a crisis, Tae-poong and Mi-seon struggle to find a place to store the fabrics — but the solution only brings new problems.
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.
With Mi-seon's help, Tae-poong and his mother escape their predicament. Soon, an unexpected incident erupts in Busan, leaving Tae-poong in a panic.
After Tae-poong makes a bold move in Busan, Mi-seon lashes out at him. But they work together to move forward — diving into the shoe export business.
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 facing discrimination at work, Mi-seon doubles down on her dream. Tae-poong and his team head to Thailand to explore the market and prospects.
When Go Ma-jin finds himself troubled in Thailand, Tae-poong and Mi-seon race to find a solution — while also trying to salvage their business.
Back in Seoul, the employees of Typhoon Trading Co. face a bittersweet fall from grace. Meanwhile, Tae-poong and Mi-seon navigate their growing bond.
Tae-poong attempts to find a way to secure solid business with the Public Procurement Service. Meanwhile, Mi-seon sets boundaries with her feelings.
As the bidding war proves to be an uphill battle, Tae-poong and his team work together to secure the deal. But things turn ugly as tension rises.
After narrowly escaping death, Mi-seon's heart transforms. As Typhoon Trading Co. struggle to fulfill its deliveries, Tae-poong falls into despair.
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.
Tae-poong and his employees rush to help Bae Song-jung's father in a moment of crisis. Later, they encounter the worst situation they've faced yet.
Tae-poong and his colleagues make one last effort to end their feud with the Pyo family. Will they succeed and reclaim their business?
