With hazy eyes, he slowly opened his eyes, glimpsing a part of the worn-out room ceiling. After moments, he tried to speak and move, but discovered he was bound by his hands and feet, with his mouth sealed shut. He could only move his gaze to explore the corners of the exhausted room with his tired eyes. After moments of trying to grasp his surroundings and his existence in this place, he heard footsteps behind him, and the person sat beside him on a chair.