Arriving at the Payne estate, a man inspects the shabby rooms and orders renovations and military supplies. He admits the family is essentially broke because he's been transferring the Payne family's assets. After escorting Lucille to her room he freezes at the sapphire necklace she wears; she says it was given by His Majesty, and he flees, fearing she'll discover the transfers. Outside he heads to a pawn shop while another family member accuses their wife of hoarding money. A sympathetic shopper buys Lucille a cheap skirt; the missing assets and Lucille's response remain unresolved.