Just like the past dozen or so mornings, today's sun still beamed brilliantly over East Sea, the high temperature was unrelenting, and people were still reluctant to walk under the sun.
Using the excuse of withdrawing money to escape the sweltering weather, some people sauntered into the bank. After getting their cash, they refused to leave, sitting on the chairs in the lobby, taking in the cool air, their furrowed brows as if they were mulling over important matters in their lives.
Others walked into KFC or McDonald's, bought a cola, and sat in front of the table deep in thought... while others across from them did the same.