Chapter 57. A Messy Life

Daniel closed his eyes and felt something strange on his tongue. The liquid slid down his throat, accompanied by a hot and slightly sour taste. Daniel then opened his eyes wide and was a little surprised by the drink he had just downed. His mind then flashed back to a few years ago, when this drink had been his best friend.

“Wow, it looks like you’re thirsty,” Mike quipped with a smile.

“Give me another glass,” Daniel said, handing Mike the empty glass in his hand.

Mike nodded and did as Daniel told him. The man no longer asked questions of his customers, choosing to remain silent and not force Daniel to answer.

“Another glass of wine for you, Mr. Daniel,” Mike said with a hint of humor.

Daniel accepted and took a second sip of the drink, which again went down in one gulp. Mike just watched the way the man drank, both amazed and a little sorry for him.

“You must not be well. But, okay, I’m not going back to asking questions; I’m going back to my w