In an urban setting in 1917, Arsham, a poor student, tries to collect the wages he is owed for his work. He needs the money to support himself and replace his worn-out clothes and shoes. A meeting with his debtor leads to yet another delay in payment and confronts Arsham with a choice: defend his own rights or yield to another’s need. At the heart of the story are human dignity, the clash between resolve and kindness, and the silence that conceals injustice.