In the sweltering heat of a summer evening, an elderly man stands by the roadside of a bustling outdoor market, methodically packing abandoned carton boxes onto his trolley. This image captures a common yet poignant scene in Hong Kong, where many seniors make a living by collecting and reselling discarded cardboard to waste collectors. It reflects both resilience and the harsh realities of survival in the city, highlighting the intersection of determination and daily struggle amid the vibrant chaos of urban life.