Georges Villard, a minor bank employee, is won over by Mr Steve who does him favours, treats him to the high life and introduces him to his wife Florence, with whom he falls in love. Georges is unaware that these generous gifts will cost him dearly.

Georges Villard, petit employé de banque sans envergure, se laisse séduire par un certain monsieur Steve. Celui-ci lui rend de menus services, lui fait goûter des plaisirs dispendieux, lui présente sa femme, Florence, dont il tombe amoureux. Georges ignore encore qu’il devra payer très cher ces largesses...