After a tumultuous childhood in India and schooling in England, Ashton Pelham-Martyn takes a post with the British Corps of Guides in India.
After returning from Afghanistan, Ash is transferred to a desk job with an army regiment. Later, he finds a friend in Wally but clashes with other officers.
Prince Jhoti arrives to accompany the procession and brings Biju Ram, Ash's old enemy. Also, an attempt is made on Jhoti's life.
The procession arrives at Bhithor, negotiations with the rana do not go well, and the convoy is forced to camp in a militarily indefensible position.
Ash returns to Mardan, at which the Corps of Guides has been fighting across the border. Also, British envoy Cavagnari signs a treaty with Afghanistan's emir.
After making a last stand at the embassy, Ash journeys home, and he learns that Anjuli's husband is near death.
Ben Cross
Actor
Amy Irving
Christopher Lee
Benedict Taylor
Rossano Brazzi
