In a lively Old West setting, saloon singer Freddie Jones is known for her charm and spirited performances. However, Freddie's romantic entanglements lead to trouble when she suspects her lover, Blackie Jobero, of infidelity. Her fiery temper results in a chaotic shootout where she mistakenly injures the local judge. In an attempt to avoid the ensuing legal problems, Freddie, along with her friend Conchita, flees town and goes on the run. They stumble upon a small community where Freddie assumes the identity of a schoolteacher named Annabel, hoping to maintain a low profile.

While in hiding, Freddie navigates her new role, trying to fit into the town's expectations and avoiding any actions that might reveal her true identity. Complications arise as she interacts with the locals, including the town mayor who becomes smitten with her. The dual pressures of maintaining her disguise and managing romantic advances propel the situation toward a boiling point. As misunderstandings and comedic mishaps accumulate, Freddie's past threatens to catch up with her, testing her wit and resilience.