addiction-and-paranoia

The chapter follows Argenis, a Dominican man working at a call center where he pretends to have psychic powers to take calls from the United States. Struggling with addiction, debt, and disillusionment with his artistic aspirations, Argenis reflects on his past education and current life hardships, including his complicated relationships and the oppressive environment of his workplace. The narrative reveals his internal conflicts, social marginalization, and the contrast between his artistic dreams and harsh realities.