Zhao and Feng used be roommates living in a tiny retired military dorm. But Feng passed away, and his ashes are contained in a small ash box.

The village chief needs to spread Feng's ashes at his hometown across the seas according to his will, but Zhao requests to keep Feng’s ashes for one more day.

Zhao drinks on with Feng and reminisces of their past romance with Ah-feng the prostitute. Zhao decides to take Feng to see Ah-feng for a formal goodbye thus begins a journey in search for the warmth of life.