Stag learns that Bill has found borax crystals from Chuckwalla, who died in the desert. Stag knows Bill is wanted for murder and blackmails him to help get Chuckwalla's claim.
Stag becomes aware that Bill has secured borax crystals from Chuckwalla, a man who met his end in the unforgiving desert. Stag is informed about Bill's troubled past and uses this information to persuade Bill to assist Stag in acquiring Chuckwalla's property.