A young man unexpectedly finds an East Sea Night Pearl hidden inside a worthless pot, catching the attention of several interested parties. Hoping to sell it to pay for his mother's medical treatment, he sets an asking price of $800,000. Mr. Lin immediately offers a million dollars, insisting on an immediate purchase despite warnings from Miss Quinn that the pearl's market value is far lower and that owning it could bring trouble to her father's eyes. As the deal seems set, Miss Quinn demands the pearl back, claiming ownership of the pot and threatening consequences if her request is ignored, leaving the sale unresolved and tense.