After being spotted sneaking back into the estate after a night out drinking, undergardener Sebastian is taken to task by the strict Housekeeper. She bares his bottom for 30 stinging strokes of the birch.

Two friends from the riding club act out the consequences of a drunken wager. Reluctantly, Sebastian drops his breeches, bends over and takes his licks like a man.

Her Majesty's Hussars are off on campaign. Major Harry Havelock congratulates new Lieutenant Shada on his promotion, and introduces the boy to the privileges of rank: wine, wenching, and whipping! 

During his first battle Lieutenant Shada fell from his horse, and failed to carry out his duty. Major Havelock offers him the option to save his career, and take twenty lashes rather than face a court martial.