The story follows two adopted brothers, Lonnie and Kelton, who struggle with their feelings about their family and each other after a fight leads to a call from their principal. Their adoptive father, Mark, tries to foster a sense of family, but the boys express resentment, feeling forced into a relationship they don’t understand. When Mark goes missing after leaving a letter expressing his frustrations, the brothers realize they need to rely on each other to navigate life without him. They confront their feelings, apologize, and begin to rebuild their bond. Eventually, Mark returns, having hoped to teach them the true meaning of family. The boys embrace their roles as brothers, recognizing that family is defined by love, not just blood.