Suicidal Old Man:
[Haltingly, opening up to Mr. Tanba, who patiently listens to him]
I'm fed up with everything now... Life is nothing but pain to me. When I get up in the morning and get ready for breakfast... thinking I have to do everything all over again, I just lose my strength. Food doesn't taste good. I lose my appetite.
Suicidal Old Man:
[continues, as Mr. Tanba listens silently]
When I go to the public bath, I'm disgusted to see myself in the mirror. Naked, I look really disgusting and filthy. I can't stand myself. At this point... the only thing I want... is to die quickly. I want to disappear from this world.
Mr. Tanba:
[Mr. Tanba gets up and starts rummaging for some items, and prepares a powder which he gives to the man]
This powder is used in engraving. It's a very strong poison, not sold to the public. You'll die without pain an hour after taking it. If you really want to die, take it.
Suicidal Old Man:
[the suicidal man eagerly takes the powder and pours all of it in his mouth, then drinks it down with water]
Thank you. It's very kind of you. Goodbye.