The story centers on Raj, a kid who struggles in class and lashes out, throwing a book at another student. His teacher, Miss Davenport, expresses her concerns to his father, Mr. Kumar, especially in light of Raj's older brother, Dev, who is considered a genius and a top student. Dev had even won the school’s talent show using his math skills, earning him the reputation of a "human calculator."

Miss Davenport suggests that Raj's behavior and academic performance are troubling, contrasting him with his high-achieving brother. While Mr. Kumar promises the incident won't happen again, it becomes clear that Raj’s struggles may need more than just discipline, possibly implying the need for specialized attention or a different environment like military school to help him develop. The story touches on themes of sibling comparisons, academic expectations, and finding the right path for each child's individual needs.