KIU presents his new painting to the rich buyer, while he is entertaining four famous artists. KIU learns a harsh lesson, his work is deprecated by those artists in a straightway. KIU goes home with despair, while BEN continues to persuade KIU to give up and returns home. But at least, he still has an understanding friend, CHIU; who always supports him.
ZHANG points out that the work of KIU is spoiled by unnecessary factors, like family burdens and love issues. Yet, these factors have become the major elements that present in his paintings. Therefore, ZHANG introduces his elder fellow to KIU, who has unique techniques in painting but also in poverty. Finally, KIU learns the essential part in painting - spirit.
Although KIU figures out the essential part in painting, he still cannot creates his new work after several days. Hence, ZHANG tends to take him for a trip and enhances his vision……