At a military camp the Young General Jim insists he will only marry the mysterious girl he met in prison eight years ago. His father angrily orders men to find her, threatening punishment but promising a grand wedding and family fortune if Jim locates her. Nearby, stall owner Ms. Jones is singled out by a noble who accuses her of seducing the generals. Her son Harry rushes to defend her. Commanders shout "Take them down!" as Harry tries to stop the attack, leaving Ms. Jones humiliated and the search and accusations unresolved.