Dustan, Rebecca’s Uncle and Ivanhoe’s friend, has returned to Rotherwood. He confides in Ivanhoe, telling him he’s been betrayed by his brother, robbed of his lands. His only hope is Prince John. However, before leaving for York, Dustan wants to add his gold ring to the ransom fund being collected to free King Richard. Ivanhoe leads him to the treasury and opens the strongbox with the key he keeps with him at all times. But can Dustan be trusted? Isn’t he willing to go to any lengths to revocer his castle and lands?