The main character Chino and his wife Blanca are currently struggling financially. They are paying for their schools tuition out of pocket and barely earning enough cash to pay for bills, expenses, and rent. Chino is stressing due to the fact that now he has a baby on the way. Bodega who is a man of power and wealth ask Chino for his help. He wants to get in contact with one of his ex-lovers which happens to be his wife’s aunt. He sees a bright future in helping Bodega. Chino states “Bodega wanted something from me, so I would ask something in return. It was basic, simple street politics: you want something from me then you better have something I need. One of the many things Chino and his wife need, is a better apartment. Bodega does not hesitate