In Grade 8, Victor and Dean couldn’t have been more different—Victor was hardworking and determined, while Dean preferred shortcuts to success. When Dean uncovers Victor’s passion for video games, he hatches a plan: trade a “rare and amazing” game for a history assignment. What starts as a simple deal quickly turns into a lesson in trust, effort, and the unexpected consequences of taking the easy way out.

But as tensions rise in class and a shocking revelation disrupts the usual routine, Victor and Dean’s dynamic takes an unexpected turn. Some deals, it turns out, aren’t worth the cost.