Hu Tong is a cross-era historical drama that follows three generations of women living in a traditional Beijing alleyway (hutong) from 1950 to 2019.

The episode showcases how the traditional Beijing hutong lifestyle adapts to the fast-paced modernizing world of the late 20th century.

Xiao Min and Lin Weidong (played by Liu Huan ) work together to rent a shop, marking their transition into becoming their own "bosses" during a time of significant economic change.

Lin Yue (played by Guan Xiaotong ) uses modern technology to manage the community and renovate the old city district. Context of Episode 25