An undefeated boxing champion, paranoid and repulsed by human touch, is forced into physical therapy—and reacts unexpectedly to his new therapist, Miles. Convinced Miles tampered with him, he confronts him. Yet at a party, only Miles' touch affects him. Returning late to the club, he accidentally discovers Miles secretly loves him. He keeps seeking therapy, growing more flustered and drawn in each time. After misunderstandings and emotional walls break down, Miles helps him release years of buried pain. The champion finally sheds his armor, and they open their hearts to each other.