Hodaka heaved a big sigh counting all coins and bills left in his pocket. He regretted spending his money for food he didn't eat. He glanced at the note the man handed when Hodaka disembarked the ship. There was an address of his company on it. Though it cost Hodaka the price of beer and lunch, he was kind and promised he wouldn't tell anybody about Hodaka's disappearance from home.
He walked the deserted street flanked by the tall concrete buildings. He guessed it would be hard to find the hotel without a reference. Besides, he didn't want to take a risk to be found by the police. He was afraid the police would send him back to his home. The dusk was gathering, when the rain drops began to fall. A stray cat drew closer to him. The heavy rain showered over them. He pulled out an umbrella from his backpack and sheltered the wee animal with him. He had to find a job to live in the city from the next morning.