Abner Procane, a renowned Los Angeles thief, is shocked to discover that his plans for a high-stakes heist have been stolen. In a desperate bid to recover the stolen documents, he enlists the expertise of Raymond St. Ives, a crime writer with a knack for negotiation.

St. Ives
A skilled linguist is recruited by a mysterious benefactor to orchestrate a high-risk exchange and recover pilfered confidential files.