Travis Langley, who practiced dark arts and was sent to beg for three years to cleanse his soul, loses control after avenging a woman who stood by him despite his low status. His life force begins to drain dangerously as he becomes consumed by demonic fire. The Master blames Travis for breaking his path to redemption and insists only he can save him. The Master orders a woman to take Travis to a room, explaining that intimate contact, including kissing and sex, is necessary to restore his energy. Despite her reluctance, she resolves to save Travis as he passes out, leaving his survival uncertain.