Decades of abuse, in fact, but a regular routine of stretching, yoga, and tai-chi have kept him in better shape than he might otherwise be. He gradually begins to relax under the kneading hands, although a few times the pressure higher on his back sends him into a few rattling coughs. Sitting sideways on the couch, he can lean against the back cushions, slumping to one side. It's not an ideal pose for the masseur to work on, but he's tired.

"...Mm? I'm sure whatever you do is good enough... is it really that bad?" Once he starts to relax into the massage, the rolling touch makes him sleepy.