European mining partner accused of killing a local prince. He flees with rubies, assumes the alias Jim Martin, and works as manager at Gwen Moore's estate. Captured by police and sentenced to death, his true motive is revealed when a letter shows he killed the prince to stop a deadly plague outbreak. He is pardoned, donates the rubies to the ruler, and reunites with Gwen.
The Sawbwa views Brecan as a murderer demanding capital punishment.
Mutual romantic attraction develops after Brecan arrives at the estate.
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