Chris delivers papers and fish to help support his mother who works as a bartender and waitress. He unwittingly discovers that there are drugs hidden in the fish he is delivering and becomes a small-time drug dealer out of desperation when he finds his mother, Tracy, has resorted to working as a stripper to support them.
Chris's situation highlights the desperation that can arise from financial hardship, leading him to engage in illegal activities. The story explores themes of poverty, family support, and the consequences of drug use.