The Non-Electronic Bug

A street‑wise narrator runs a covert operation that turns ordinary card games into a high‑tech con. Using a tiny radio receiver, two concealed dimes and a pocket transmitter, he silently signals his partner Henry about every card the opponents play, letting them skim a steady cut of the pot. The scheme thrives in the cramped loft where Henry’s struggling electronics shop doubles as a gambling hub, and the narrator’s constant motion keeps the cheating hidden.

When a fresh, cocky youngster joins the crew, his loud laughter and reckless behavior start to attract unwanted attention. Their delicate balance is threatened the moment a wealthy Chicago dealer, Chapo, walks in with a taste for big stakes and a low tolerance for spectators. The narrator must decide whether to keep the operation running smoothly or risk everything by confronting the new variable, all while the hidden devices continue to buzz beneath the surface.