Marlene packs to move in with her boyfriend, Jong. Her daughter, Nicole, rebels against this as she knows of Jong's abusive nature. Marlene is angered by Nicole's smoking. This uncovers a series of buried issues that lead to a heated argument that ends with Nicole wishing for her mother's death. Thinking of running away, Nicole's decision is halted by the discovery of her mother's illness and Jong's help. Nicole agrees to move out for her mother's health, even if it means staying abused by Jong.