The newly married couple continues to hurry toward Jack Potter's adobe, laughing occasionally but keeping their heads low to avoid attention. As they circle the last corner, they come face to face with Scratchy Wilson, who was reloading his gun. Upon seeing them, Scratchy quickly drops his revolver to the ground and pulls out another, aiming it at Jack.
Both Jack and his bride are shocked and remain silent and still. Scratchy accuses Jack of trying to sneak up on him, as he threatens to use his gun on him if he tries anything. Jack tries to convince Scratchy that he doesn't have a gun on him, telling him that he has just gotten married, and such an occasion doesn't call for a gun.
Scratchy is perplexed, as he seemingly for the first time, notices.....
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