: A standout line from this episode is Dexter's observation: "When all is settled down, Chino, you're the same size as everyone else" .
: He faces off against a massive gang enforcer named "Little Chino". After an initial failed attempt to kill him, Dexter experiences a "mental block" because he feels guilt over his brother's death. [S2E2] Waiting to Exhale
In this episode, the series explores the consequences of Dexter's internal struggles and external threats: : A standout line from this episode is
: Sgt. Doakes continues his relentless pursuit of Dexter, further tightening the metaphorical noose around him. The Cultural Source: Waiting to Exhale (Film/Novel) [S2E2] Waiting to Exhale
: Dexter is haunted by the discovery of his underwater burial ground by divers, which leads to the FBI establishing a task force.