[2][3][4] The film was based on the short story "No Hard Feelings" by Frederick Nebel in the Black Mask magazine.

Nightclub owner Philip Richards announced that he will marry Helen Armstrong and is selling his business to George Kilpatrick.

A local racketeer, Schaffer, wants to know why Philip refused his higher offer and makes a threat against George Kilpatrick.

Philip's ex-girlfriend Clare Winters try to stop him from selling the club and hold a gun on him, which he takes away and puts in his safe.

Peter's rival for Dixie's affections, lieutenant William Ryder question Philip about George Kilpatrick's murder.