Northward

The story revolves around several boys and girls who grew up along the canal. After parting ways to forge their own paths, they reunite years later, navigating the struggles of competition and life’s pressures while rediscovering hope for a new beginning. Through the perspective of these Jiangnan youths, the audience not only witnesses their growth but also experiences the historical transformations of the Grand Canal, which has evolved over a century from dry spells to rejuvenation.