In the city's shadows, Katerina Cox is reduced to a submissive puppy, her training led by the stern Anthony Hardwood. Shackled and ball-gagged, she endures a brutal introduction to her new role. Hardwood's male dominance is clear as he cruelly spanks and flogs her, breaking her in with each stinging lash. Her suffering is evident, but her eyes betray a glimmer of enjoyment, feeding Hardwood's desire to push her further.