gabriel and his sister joanna are promising young adults, thriving as best they can in a busy city. after losing their mother, they have adapted to being on their own and not relying on their father. he had been a hustler and a drifter, usually creating more problems than good. in spite of this, gabe and joanna were resilient. they have handled their affairs well, despite any drama their father unintentionally brought their way. however, this time, something more serious has occurred. it has caused them to make a choice they had never considered before: running. it seemed like a good idea at first. yet, in their efforts to find safety, they found something much more sinister than what they left behind. surviving through the consequences of their choice is their only goal.