Mr. Walsh is forced to operate a faulty machine, refuses, and is killed when it explodes. The factory offers a permanent position. The mother gives it to younger son Leo; elder son Dexter becomes a temporary worker. Leo is lazy; Dexter pays his fees. Leo falls for Dexter's lover, Melody. Mother reveals Leo is a martyr's orphan. Dexter breaks up with Melody; family members leave. Leo incurs debt. Dexter and Autumn help him. Leo changes, ends up with Autumn. Melody returns, family reunites.