As Jack recovers from the Chalenheim's assault, he is unable to express his love for Oliver with any intimacy. Oliver, meanwhile, rescues Finley from Axminster Workhouse, and returns to London full of love for Jack and the desire to do whatever is necessary to help Jack recover his dignity and his passion. Chalenheim is still on the loose, waiting for another chance at Jack and Finley, which soon comes. Though they escape almost unscathed, Oliver vows to rid the world of the man who would dare lay hands upon his beloved Jack.