Saraiyah, who has spent most of her life in foster care, attends an elite prep school on scholarship. One day, she encounters the owner of the restaurant where she works. He seems to know her, but she doesn't remember him. In an unforeseen turn of events, he takes her under his wing, dramatically changing her circumstances. She no longer feels out of place in her world, thanks to him. He becomes her advocate and mentor as she finishes high school and advances toward college. When, at a pivotal juncture, she makes a shocking decision, fallout ensues. She has no choice but to put one foot in front of the other and continue on her new path. Will her choices change her trajectory? Will her destination be altered? Or will a detour lead her back to the right path?