The film starts with the origin of the Singsons of Ilocos Sur and the birth of Jose and Caridad's second son Luis. Chavit grows up amidst series of killings within the province, perpetrated by the Crisologos. In 1963, Representative Claro Crisologo endorses his wife Milagring for the governorship of the province in 1963. This prompts "Operation Withdraw" where all mayors of
Ilocos Sur are threatened to withdraw their candidacy. Chavit becomes the chief of police in
Vigan. Although the town's residents want Chavit to run for mayor, his father decides to run instead and Chavit runs for councilor. Chavit becomes the champion of the Ilocanos especially those victims of the Crisologos, particularly their son Bingbong, starting a rivalry between their families. Chavit seeks the help of Senator
Ninoy Aquino. In 1969, Bingbong perpetrates the burning of Ora Este and Ora Centro in
Bantay. The following year, Congressman Claro is assassinated at Vigan Cathedral. Chavit challenges Milagring for the governorship and wins. Biboy is convicted for arson and sentenced to life imprisonment. While behind bars, Bingbong turns his life around through Bible studies before being released. During the
People Power Revolution in 1986, Chavit is ousted, but is elected to
Congress due to his charisma, and eventually returns as governor. He then gets involved with President
Joseph Estrada, leading to the
Second EDSA Revolution. ==Cast==