In the game show "Cash or Crush," best friends Christy and Nikki face a lie detector test for a chance to win $10,000. The atmosphere shifts when Nikki is accused of having secretly hooked up with Christy's boyfriend, Willie. Despite Nikki's protests, the lie detector indicates she’s lying, leading to a dramatic confrontation where she admits the betrayal happened during a college party while she was drunk.

As tensions escalate, Christy feels devastated by both her boyfriend's and best friend's betrayal. In a twist, the host, JJ, hooks Willie up to the lie detector, which confirms his dishonesty as well. Christy ultimately rejects the idea of rekindling her friendship with Nikki and chooses to walk away with the prize money instead.

The story highlights themes of betrayal, the fragility of trust in friendships, and the importance of self-worth, as Christy asserts her strength in the face of betrayal. In the end, she gains not only the cash but also clarity about her relationships, leaving Nikki and Willie behind.