Loud shouting and laughter could be heard over the pounding music in the rowdy bar. Ezra Wheeler glanced down at his watch. It was nearly seven in the evening. He sat uncomfortably at a table near the bar. This wasn’t usually his scene, but he was happy to put this evening together for his friend. 

 

“Come on, Man! Lighten up, you’re looking so serious over here! Have a beer!” yelled Ezra’s roommate Jeremy in his ear as he clapped him on the shoulder.&n...