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After becoming a true believer, Laura convinces Barnes, Sampson and Ben Keating, an experienced sea diver, to search for the treasure.

Together they set off from Key West in the baker's boat that Barnes is supposed to be looking after.

Keating shows a liking for Laura, and because of this, Barnes begins to feel uncomfortable with him.

After spending some time in the water, their dreams become reality, but the discovery of gold begins to change their personalities.

Tensions fill the air as passions rise in the wake of greed and jealousy for both the fortune and Laura.