Mary, a woman concerned about Michael's whereabouts, prays in church for his safe return. Tommy Pistol, the pastor, comforts her but refuses to back down. Tommy asks Mary why she chose to marry in this town and why she left her family behind. Mary admits she is expecting a child, but Tommy assures her that Michael will not return. Mary is perplexed and asks Tommy to pardon her. Tommy offers to help, but Mary's reality remains uncertain.