i was totally shocked by what alan said , and i wanted to find out what happened , and to try to help him . they were either to shape up and at least pretend they were trying to learn something or we would pack up and go home . `` before we go , do you want to see your record ? '' the space is lit only by candles spread throughout in random places : on tables and set along the walls and on the rock fireplace in the center of the room . 