Stella goes to Melaka! The small state that was the seat of power for Malaysia in the 14th century. Stella observes the Baba and Nyonya culture and its relevancy to the Malay culture. She went looking for an avenue to participate in “dondang sayang” which is a type of singing in Bahasa Melayu usually done by the ethnic Chinese or Baba and Nyonya of Melaka.

Stella visits the replica of old Malay ‘Istana” and learns the hierarchy in the Malay Sultanate.

She learns that the Baba and Nyonya after being in the country for more than 10 generations has embraced the malay culture totally.

Stella is also introduced to the Melaka dialect which is very distinct.