A multigenerational chronicle of romance, relationships, war and the oil business begins with an entrepreneur hoping to strike it rich in the oil fields, while his adopted son begins an affair with his daughter.

A multigenerational chronicle begins with an entrepreneur hoping to strike it rich in the oil fields, while his adopted son begins an affair with his daughter. Later, war breaks out and the son enlists.

Devon and Lady Anne fall in love leaving Cynthia jealous and angry; in desperation, Devon turns to drugs and poetry.

The forbidden relationship and love between Devon and Cynthia continues; Devon and Cynthia don't agree on the future of the company.

The forbidden love between Devon and Cynthia has become too much for Cynthia to handle; while visiting Devon, Cynthia confronts Dixie Melonworth; Cynthia's son Winston takes over the family business.

Winston stops at nothing to destroy his family; a Christmas party brings Cynthia, Devon, Winston and the Shah of Iran together.