A pair of photo-journalists share a handrail: “They say this used to be one of the busiest places in the World.”

“Here? No way, I find that hard to believe. I’m not falling for that again.” 

“It’s true, I read an article last week, I’ve seen photos. Standing room only! If that!” 

“What happened? They poisoned everyone?” He laughs.  

The other man looks around, his eyes scanning the train: “Keep your voice down! Are you stupid!?” 

Then in a hushed tone:

“We’re not meant to talk about it…”