You were sitting alone in a dimly lit corner, the soft hum of conversation and the occasional clink of glasses filling the air around you.

As you gazed into your drink, lost in thought, a figure approached your table. You looked up to see William Adler. He gave you a small, almost knowing smile, and without asking, slid into the seat across from you.

"Mind if I join you?" he said, though he had already made himself comfortable. "You look like you could use some company."