Set against the backdrop of a rapidly changing South Korea in the late 1990s, this nostalgic coming-of-age drama follows the intertwined lives of five young people navigating the turbulent transition from adolescence to adulthood. The story centers on Na Hee-do, a passionate and determined high school fencer whose dreams of joining the national fencing team are threatened by the IMF financial crisis that forces her school to disband its fencing club. Her path crosses with Baek Yi-jin, a hardworking and resilient young man whose family was financially ruined by the crisis, forcing him to take on multiple jobs while rebuilding his life from scratch. As they meet and form an unlikely bond, they are joined by a diverse group of friends, including a popular school queen bee, a gentle and loyal best friend, and a mysterious transfer student. Together, they experience the highs and lows of first love, unwavering friendship, and the pursuit of their individual dreams, all while confronting the harsh economic and social realities of their era. Starring Kim Tae-ri and Nam Joo-hyuk, this heartfelt and visually stunning series masterfully blends youthful optimism with poignant drama, delivering a deeply resonant and emotional journey that explores how the connections we forge in our youth can shape the people we become.