Then, with a hearty laugh, he settled himself on the couch and picked up the needle, put a bead of opium on it, and began roasting it over the flame. Despite his outward cheerfulness, he felt thoroughly miserable.

• 又振起精神哈哈一笑，这才躺到烟榻上拿起铁签子烧烟，心里却像压着一块石头似的怪难受。