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Set between the 1960s and 1970s, the story revolves around Nancy Tan and Seet Chwee Neo. Born into the rich Tan family, who own a large shipping facility, Nancy met Hock Chye when he worked for her family. Nancy's marriage to Hock chye was short and he died when his daughter, Amy, wasg years old. Nancy continued to support her mother-in-Law after her husband's death.

The business is managed by Nancy's brother. In the Late sixties, Nancy's family business failed and her brother emigrated to canada. Nancy had to move in to her mother-in-law's house.

Nancy is the envy of her sister-in-law, Betty, who feels less favoured by her mother-in-Law. Betty is married to Hock Siew, who is in the British Navy. They have a son, Henry.

The Matriach has an adopted daughter, Rosy, who works at a law firm. Chye Neo worles part-time in the Matriarch's home to assist Betty.

Together, the family surived the turmoil of the era.