Diego de la Vega returns to California to avenge his father’s murder. After assuming the title of Zorro, he initiates his struggle against Nah-Lin, a Native American who he believes has stolen his inheritance. Diego will confront the Governor, the malevolent leader of the Chinese community and a secret society, placing the common good above all. In doing so, he will sacrifice his love for Lola.

To attract Zorro's attention, Diego and Lolita are held hostage in a robbery at the loan office. Lolita gets injured and Diego questions whether he is up to the task of wearing the mask.

A woman is missing in Chinatown, calling Zorro to take action. Matters get worse with the unfortunate explosion at the Ramirez mine. Additionally, Diego learns the painful news of the murder of his father.