According to legend, Huangli Shi is a Fangshi who can manipulate the effects of seasonal solstices, solar terms, and festivals, and has the ability to forecast daily fortunes. Xiao Nanzhu, an unemployed youth, was motivated by his childhood friend and decided to pursue his family's traditional occupation. However, he now only wishes to call for emergency assistance. Chuxi interrogates him, asking why he seems preoccupied and doesn't want to make it through New Year's Eve. In response, Chuba expresses his concern over today's fortune, stating that everything is bound to go wrong and fears there might be a catastrophic disaster.