Chapter 147

• Upon arriving at the bar, Roth had not anticipated the consequences. He neglected to consider that this was his inaugural public appearance without company following his scandalous ordeal.
• Moreover, Roth failed to remember that, no matter how antiquated a scandal becomes, it never truly vanishes from the consciousness of ordinary individuals. Under the influence of several shots of tequila, he rose unsteadily and stumbled towards the dance floor, Unknown to him, he unintentionally drew more attention towards himself.
• Instead of the neat arrangement of wooden stools along a counter, Roth perceived a dimly lit hall filled with vibrant splashes of color, accompanied by brass foot rails and crowded tables and booths. A mirrored wall behind the bar reflected the glowing red and blue neon signs.