To appease an enraged Prince John, the Sheriff comes up with a scheme to capture Robin by hosting an archery tournament with the Lady Marian giving out the golden arrow prize herself. The plan works, and Robin is sentenced to death. Marian aids the Merry Men in a scheme to free Robin. After his escape, he scales the palace walls to thank Marian, and the two pledge their love for one another. Marian declines Robin's offer of marriage, electing to stay and be a Saxon spy in the castle.