The night was cold, midnight. Scaramouche’s sister drives him to a house, urging him to do what he has to do to help them financially. She explains that she’s used their food money for gas and is desperate. Scaramouche is scared and hesitant, but his sister’s harsh words and desperation push him to comply. He gets out of the car, walks to the house, and knocks on the door, his fear evident.