Ivy Hale suffers head injury, impaired. Her mother plans to marry her off for Bride Price; Hank Chandler pays it. They have a son, Todd Chandler. Ivy regains faculties, but believes false rumors of Hank's violent temperament, wants to run away with son. Conflicts reveal truths; Ivy understands Hank's protection. Couple resolves misunderstandings, protects family.