The Deal

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.