Arthur Dennison, the only son of a wealthy man, selects the stage as his profession. His father strongly objects to the choice, and arguments proving unavailing, finally threatens to disinherit him should he persist in his determination to enter the dramatic field. Lucy, Mr. Dennison's adopted daughter, pleads for her brother, but the father remains firm, and Arthur leaves home. While he is absent, Mr. Dennison comes under the influence of a clever adventuress with whom he falls in love and unable to resist her fascinating wiles, settles his fortune upon her. Through this woman's scheming, Lucy is driven from home, and she writes Arthur to return and save his father from ruin, for he is induced to make bad investments by the woman and her brother. Arthur hastens home and finally succeeds in opening his father's eyes to the true character of the schemers. Mr. Dennison, realizing what a terrible mistake he has made, forgives the boy and willingly consents to his marriage with Lucy. Thus Arthur wins a bride and a prospective fortune.
—Moving Picture World synopsis