Old Man

When Robert was lost in the sleeping city he would occasionally catch a glimpse of "flicker people" but for a long time never encountered a "real" person.

This Old Man is the first person that Robert met.

They met on a bridge when Robert mistook him for a pile of rags. They spent some time walking throughout the city and the Old Man explained to Robert that he believed that the city was simply asleep and expressed concern for a time when the city might wake. While walking the Old Man suddenly recognized recognized a familiar alley and ran towards it. When Robert approached the alley he discovered that the Old Man was gone and it was at this point he learned that he must search for a familiar location and perhaps that would help him escape the dreams of the city and lead him home.

This is one of my favorite pieces Scott has done. I hope you enjoy it as well.