Last Saturday, he showed up wearing crisp white trainers, a fitted shirt that looked brand new, and a cologne that smelled like it was imported. Just last month, he was complaining about fare increases and budgeting every penny.
When you ask him where all this came from, he smiles. He gives you a quick, almost practised grin before muttering something about a 'good deal' or 'a friend who helped out'. The numbers don’t add up, but the transformation is undeniable.