Ashua, a village boy, is visited by a monk in his village while he is grazing goats. The monk encourages him to chase his dreams and advises him not to give up. Soon, Ashua gets an opportunity to go to the city and works as a dishwasher in a restaurant. Ashua slowly learns the tricks of the trade and becomes a chef. He buys a food truck, and with his grit and determination, he is able to build a fortune. Along his journey, he falls in love, briefly ventures into politics, and starts a family. Suddenly, a calamity of epic proportions befalls the city as a virus disrupts businesses all across the city. Ashua fights his way through, and history will remember his tale as 'The Tale of Ashua.