Continuation of the story of friendship between Benny Hogan and Eve Malone. Having entered Dublin University, they find themselves in the whirlpool of a busy adult life. New people appear who will also become their friends: handsome Jack Foley, selfish and ambitious Nan Mahon, fatal Rosemary Ryan... But Benny and Eva, having experienced many disappointments and anxieties, will be able to find their happiness and maintain a faithful and strong friendship for many years.