In this gripping crime drama set in China's industrial northeast, a young police officer is tasked with investigating the murder of a taxi driver. As he delves deeper into the case, he begins to uncover a tangled web of secrets and lies that lead him back to a childhood friend who may be involved in the crime. Determined to get to the bottom of the case, the police officer embarks on a journey through the gritty and unforgiving landscape of the northeast. Layer by layer, he peels back the city's facade to reveal a past buried for twelve years. As the investigation unfolds, tensions rise and alliances are tested, and the police officer confronts the ghosts of his past. He must navigate a complex web of relationships and uncover long-buried secrets to solve the case and bring justice to the victim. The film is a masterful exploration of the human psyche and the complexities of relationships, set against the backdrop of China's rapidly changing industrial landscape. It is a story of love, betrayal, redemption, and a powerful reminder that the past is never indeed buried.