About this season
Núi is the son of a concubine in a wealthy family in 1960s Hai Phòng. Rejected by his father, Núi and his siblings face numerous hardships. As the war breaks out, they are sent to their maternal grandparents, in whose upbringing Núi’s life spirals into crimes and violence.
Episodes (10)
1. The Second-class Sons
Aired 29 January 2000 • 80 min
We are introduced to Núi, a young boy living in Hải Phòng during the 1960s. Núi, along with his siblings Sông and Biển, faces rejection from their father, Mr. Đại, who refuses to acknowledge them as his children. As the Vietnam War intensifies, the children are sent to live with their maternal grandparents. This episode sets the stage for Núi’s challenging journey, highlighting the family’s struggles and the beginning of Núi’s tumultuous life
2. My Mother's Hometown
Aired 5 February 2000
3. The Criminal
Aired 12 February 2000
4. The Overdue Luck
Aired 19 February 2000
5. Of The Same Den
Aired 26 February 2000
6. A Stolen Love
Aired 4 March 2000
7. Debt
Aired 11 March 2000
8. Sufferings, We Meet Again
Aired 18 March 2000
9. Saviour
Aired 25 March 2000
10. Master
Aired 1 April 2000