Set in the 1920s and 1930s when Singapore was still a British colony, the story spans events across the British colonial period, the Japanese occupation, and the anti-Japanese resistance in Singapore. 

It is focused on the first generation of Chinese immigrants who came to Singapore in search of a better life. They established roots in the community and amidst the Second World War, fought hard against colonists and evil forces. 

After the arrival of the Japanese invaders, they bravely participated in the anti-Japanese movement to defend their homeland with blood, sweat and tears.