The Adventures of the Scarlet Pimpernel

Sir Percy's Wager

Outwardly foppish and simple and always ready to make a wager Sir Percy bets with Countess la Valliere, Chauvelin's agent at court, that the Pimpernel can rescue Lady Caroline Wells. However, betting on the outcome of the Pimpernel's latest escapade could be dangerous - and even cost him his freedom.