What did bodega want chino to do in bodega dreams?

In "Bodega Dreams" by Ernesto Quiñonez, Bodega wants Chino to help him by becoming involved in the drug trade and to carry out tasks that would support his ambitions in the neighborhood. Bodega sees Chino as a means to further his own goals, leveraging Chino's connections and his desire to make a better life. Ultimately, Bodega's request reflects a manipulation of Chino's aspirations and loyalty, drawing him into the complexities of street life and moral dilemmas.