The main characters of the soap opera include Griselda, Tereza Cristina, Rene, Antenor, Quinze, Amalia, and Crodoaldo Valerio. The soap opera depicts the dispute between a poor woman, Griselda, and a rich woman, Tereza Cristina, set in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. It features many arguments, fights, and strong emotions between the characters before concluding recently.