Chapter 3 - The Open Bar Is Suddenly Shut Down
Behind the gleaming mahogany bar, the professional bartender stared in utter confusion as his digital register flashed red.
The premium liquor bottles were locked down automatically by the central venue management system.
“Folks, I’m sorry, but the open bar package has just been canceled by the account holder,” the bartender announced loudly.
A collective murmur of shock rippled through the group of high-society guests standing near the cocktail tables.
Brenda’s husband, Marcus, choked on his sip of expensive whiskey before setting his glass down with an angry clatter.
“What do you mean it’s canceled? Put it on the master tab!” Marcus demanded, marching up to the service counter.
“The master tab has been restricted by Mr. Kenneth Miller,” the coordinator stated politely, holding up her digital tablet.
Marcus’s face flushed a deep, furious crimson as he turned his hostile gaze toward Kenneth’s isolated corner table.
“Kenneth! What kind of cheap stunt are you pulling in front of all these important people?” Marcus roared across the room.
Kenneth didn't flinch, remaining seated beside his children while calmly taking a sip of plain tap water.
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“If you want a drink, Marcus, feel free to open your own wallet for once in your life,” Kenneth replied evenly.
The silence in the grand banquet hall grew so profound you could hear the hum of the overhead air conditioning.
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