Robbie Ross nervously adjusted his tie and took a deep breath as he entered the elegant parlor, where the air was thick with the scent of cigars and the sounds of conversation. The room was dimly lit, with soft lamplight casting a glow on the faces of the assembled writers and journalists. He acknowledged everyone with a fake smile. He only attended the event because of Oscar — but now he was nowhere to be found.

"Quite an evening, isn't it?" he remarked to you - a person standing next to him.