Bud Corliss, a charming and ambitious college student, sets his sights on Dorothy Kingship, the daughter of a wealthy tycoon. Dorothy falls deeply in love with Bud and soon becomes pregnant, which complicates Bud's plans to marry into wealth since her family would disapprove. Determined to get his hands on the Kingship fortune, Bud decides to take drastic measures to solve the problem. He manipulates Dorothy into silence, subtly isolating her from her family and friends. His cunning and deceitful nature become increasingly apparent as he goes to extreme lengths to protect his future prospects.

Meanwhile, Dorothy’s sister Ellen becomes suspicious about Dorothy's fate and starts her own investigation. Ellen's persistence brings her closer to uncovering the truth, driving a wedge into Bud's carefully crafted façade. As Ellen delves deeper, she finds herself entangled in a web of lies and danger. The tension escalates as Bud tries to stay ahead of Ellen’s discoveries, leading to a gripping and suspenseful confrontation. The storyline masterfully builds up to a point where the stakes are higher than ever, leaving the audience eagerly anticipating the outcome.