When Edmond accuses the dealer of cheating, the dealer and his shill beat him up and steal his money. Edmond becomes enraged by what he sees as the contempt, prejudice and greed of society.
Edmond confronts a dishonest dealer who is aided by an accomplice in assaulting him and robbing him of his money. This incident causes Edmond to become furious with the perceived injustice, prejudice, and greed he sees within society.