"In 1980s Miami, a young artist's work is stolen and passed off as someone else's, leading to a desperate search for the thief, only to discover that the culprit is their own mentor, forcing them to confront betrayal and choose between forgiveness and revenge."
Protagonist: A young aspiring artist trying to make it big in the Miami art scene; Deuteragonist: A street-smart hustler who helps the protagonist navigate the underground art world and avoid trouble.
The protagonist's artwork is stolen and passed off as someone else's, leading to a desperate search for the thief and a race against time to prove their own talent and reclaim their place in the art world.
In the end, the protagonist and their hustler friend track down the thief and expose their deceit, reclaiming the stolen artwork and gaining recognition in the Miami art scene. The protagonist's talent is finally acknowledged, and they find success as an artist.
Twist: The thief turns out to be the protagonist's own mentor, who was jealous of their talent. The protagonist must confront their betrayal and decide whether to forgive or seek revenge. This adds a layer of complexity and moral dilemma to the resolution of the story.