In this episode of Philip Marlowe, the private detective takes on a case involving a missing man named Dean Howard and a robbery of negotiable bonds from a safe. As Marlowe delves deeper into the mystery, he uncovers a tangled web of deceit, greed, and betrayal involving Howard's fiance, a singer named Carol Cody, and a man named Ward Oldham. With twists and turns that lead to blackmail, murder, and a dangerous confrontation, Marlowe navigates through a series of clues and witnesses to unravel the truth behind a complex and deadly scheme. The episode is packed with suspense, intrigue, and unexpected revelations as Marlowe races against time to solve the case and bring the culprits to justice.