1978. It turns out that father Kick has a secret, which makes it clear to son Max why he has such a strained relationship with his father. When Frans, the wayward younger brother, seeks refuge with Johan of all people, Max takes out his frustration on him. Carla quits her job at the law firm where she works. When father Kick wants his daughter Suus to leave the family home and finally start her own life, it becomes clear which hidden event has plunged the entire family into a pool of sorrow

1985. Carla has founded her own collective of lawyers. She has a tragic accident that has major consequences for her and her relationship with Alex. When Max meets photographer Hans again, he has to fight against his love for him. Suus works in a refugee center and befriends one of the refugees. Frans is active in the squatting movement and meets Marina there. He falls in love with her instantly, but fate strikes.

1994. Frans leaves as a UNMO (United Nations Military Observer) to the war in former Yugoslavia. Together with Frenchman Patrick, he is taken hostage by Serbs. Something gruesome unfolds. Suus goes to Syria in search of Miriam because she can't get in touch with her anymore. Max asks his sister Carla for help, but she refuses. When Frans comes home, his family is waiting for him. Frans will never tell them what happened.