Evan Jennings falls for Vivian Shaw's provocations, misunderstanding his wife, Elara Sutton, as seeking fortune and using their son. Unaware Elara secretly supported his career, Vivian aimed to steal Elara's research and swindle the Jennings' wealth. When truth emerges, Evan regrets. Elara and their son won't forgive him. Elara chooses her senior; their son finds new support, leaving Evan alone in remorse.