Laura inherits a boat from her uncle and the mate who runs the boat tells her there is a buyer in a Central American republic that is willing to pay ten thousand pounds for it. Laura sails off with him, but discovers that the boat is actually being used to smuggle gold to guerillas who intend to overthrow the republic's dictator.
Gerald's persistence wears Pat down and she agrees to become engaged, but doesn't think they will actually get married. She finally breaks off the engagement with him, but Gerald continues with the wedding plans. Once again, Pat gives in and agrees to go through with the wedding although she is not excited about it.