A man catches someone stealing from the manor to gamble and detains the suspect, who claims innocence. The thief's mother pleads for his release, prompting the man to propose a risky game: if he catches the suspect within 30 seconds, the son goes free. The game ends tragically with the son dying, sparking the father's vow for revenge. Meanwhile, Poppy Raman is accused of theft and arrested, deepening the mystery. The manor’s master maintains an upright image despite the chaos, but tensions rise as the consequences of the fatal game and arrests hang unresolved.