A powerful father confronts his son Eric Sterling for forcing himself on a woman, an act that has tarnished their family's reputation. He reveals he has secured legendary defense attorney Arthur Vance, 'The Law God', to handle the case. Confident in Vance's protection, Eric brags to friends that the criminal charges are meaningless and vows revenge on the woman who reported him. Flush with arrogance, he flirts with a new server, signaling his belief that he remains untouchable.