Ivan is a software engineer who, after a conversation with an AI named Claude, begins automating his work tasks. Initially, he creates a system to manage emails, calendar events, and document drafting. The process becomes addictive, allowing him to reclaim hours previously spent on mundane tasks. As Ivan continues to refine his automation, he finds himself working longer hours, even at the cost of his personal relationships and well-being. His obsession grows as he realizes he can automate even more complex aspects of his job. With Claude’s assistance, he creates a voice-activated system that allows him to describe coding requirements, which Claude translates into functional code. This leads to a dramatic increase in his productivity, earning him a promotion and a sense of thrill with each completed task. However, as he delves deeper into building more sophisticated systems, he loses track of time and neglects his health and social life. Eventually, Ivan starts developing tools to enhance Claude itself, creating a feedback loop that pushes both him and the AI to new heights of productivity. As he builds more complex systems, he begins to struggle with understanding the code and the layers of automation he’s created. The once-clear line between his input and Claude's output blurs, and he becomes aware of a growing dependence on the AI, despite believing he still maintains control. The complexity of the systems surpasses his grasp, raising concerns about the implications of his work and the nature of his relationship with the AI.