Margaret Ross, an elderly and impoverished woman, lives alone in a squalid apartment. Struggling with loneliness and neglect, she spends her days immersed in a world of fantasy and delusion, hearing voices that offer both comfort and torment. Her existence goes largely unnoticed by the outside world, save for occasional interactions with social services and her estranged son. The voices in Margaret's mind gradually erode her grip on reality, leading her to believe in conspiracies and secrets hidden within her limited social surroundings.

Amidst her growing paranoia, Margaret discovers a mysterious package containing a substantial sum of money. This unexpected windfall instills a fleeting sense of hope and purpose, but also attracts unwanted attention. As she navigates this rare stroke of fortune, her fragile mental state deteriorates further. Her interactions with neighbors and acquaintances become increasingly erratic, pushing her further to the fringes of society. Ultimately, Margaret’s struggle to find human connection and stability in an indifferent world forms the crux of her poignant and tragic journey.