After killing the intruder, Lucero does not regain strength. Vaillant arrives to perform the Last Rites. On his deathbed, Lucero has called for more lights, out of fear that someone will come in the dark to rob him. Lucero confesses that Martinez has given him money for Masses for Martinez's soul, but Lucero has buried the money. He tells where it is and how it is to be used. Of Lucero's money, one third goes to Trinidad and the rest is for Masses. He requests for the money to be taken from under the floorboards while his body is still warm. Kit Carson is charged with counting the money. Lucero berates Trinidad for not bringing Carson.
Vaillant tells Lucero he must compose himself or he cannot administer the Sacrament. After receiving the last rites, Lucero is calm. In his last moments, Lucero thinks another thief has come. His last words are to Martinez; the people think he sees Martinez in torment. When the floorboards are lifted, they reveal nearly $20,000.
