Dentist Biff Grimes (Gary Cooper) meets an old acquaintance, Hugo Barnstead (Neil Hamilton), and recalls bitterly that, years ago, Hugo eloped with Virginia (Fay Wray), the woman Biff loved. Although Biff subsequently married sweet Amy (Frances Fuller), he has secretly dreamed of Virginia and overlooked Amy's steadfast devotion. Since his fractious relationship with Hugo resulted in his imprisonment for two years, Biff considers revenge, but is surprised when thoughts of Amy intrude.