Part 3, Chapter 37 Summary

Carlos is afraid to leave the hospital because it is the only place where he has found peace since he has been in America. In the hospital he always has food and a place to sleep. He knows that life on the outside will be different. He is determined to try to make it work this time. Carlos leaves the hospital and lives in a small room with Macario and Victor. They decide to find another place without stairs, since Carlos has a stiff leg. They face blatant discrimination in the area they look in. Jose, who is now married with a son named after Carlos, comes to visit. Jose takes Carlos to meet his wife and son. Carlos becomes friends with Jose's sister-in-law, Teresa.

The only place they can move to is the red light district. They find themselves right...