Inside the Commander's Mansion a standoff erupts when Donna reveals a sentry layout from the Young Marshal and points a gun at Gloria. Stevie, the commander, and others accuse her of stealing it or working for Sundale's General; Donna insists the Marshal gave it and warns, 'Say one more word, and I'll kill you.' Officers try to act but she dares them as the room fractures into blame. A report arrives: there was gunfire and the Browning used belonged to Mrs. Garrison. The Young Marshal mobilizes the guard and heads to the mansion, forcing an immediate showdown.