The story revolves around two siblings, Leah and her older brother, who confront issues of peer pressure and bad influences. Leah is tempted by her friend Hunter, who encourages her to smoke and dismisses her brother's concerns. Despite her brother's warnings about Hunter's negative influence, Leah feels pressured and tries to hide her actions from her brother.

As the story progresses, Leah’s brother discovers Hunter at their house, leading to a confrontation. Leah chooses to sneak out to meet Hunter despite her brother's objections. Hunter's reckless behavior escalates, culminating in him stealing their parents' car while driving under the influence.

Leah's brother tries to protect her, but ultimately Hunter drives off, leading to a police chase. The brother expresses concern for Leah's safety and emphasizes the consequences of hanging out with bad influences. After a tense encounter, they learn that Hunter crashed the stolen car, narrowly avoiding hitting others. 

In the end, Leah realizes the dangers of her choices, and her brother reinforces his commitment to protecting her. The narrative closes with Leah deciding to break up with Hunter, acknowledging that bad influences never lead to good outcomes. The story highlights the importance of making wise choices and the protective bond between siblings.