The last of his drink swirled around the bottom of the glass. After straightening his wrist and sipping away at the last gulp, he placed the glass closer to Megara and concluded, "If you are certain of it, I will not refute your mantra." He placed his hands on the bar, sliding his palms against it. "I thank you for your hospitality and admire your establishment."

He placed more than enough money for the drink and a tip for Megara. "Until we meet again, and we will," he said, sure that he was to see her again.