The smoke reaches your nostrils, irritating them with a strong burning smell. Something is on fire! The smell intensifies as you move forward - now you even see the flickering light of the flame. You turn the corner and see a burning staircase. You also see a tall elegant man, lighting a cigarillo with the carved railing. He notices you. “I hope you are having a pleasing day,” he addresses you with an affable nod. “I must admit, I am quite surprised to meet you in such a” - his eyes flashed mischievously, - “death trap.”