In a bar forgotten by time, where cigarette smoke intertwines with memories, the past refuses to stay buried. Ray Novak, a bartender with three decades of experience, believes he has seen and heard everything there is to see and hear. But when an enigmatic stranger, Victor Kane, steps into The Old Midnight Refuge, the nocturnal stories take on a weight of their own. Their conversations grow heavier, dark confessions surface, and what seemed like a simple admission turns into a game of fate from which no one can emerge unscathed.

A story of regrets, guilt, and well-kept secrets, where every poured drink hides a dangerous truth. As the tension rises, the line between victim and executioner blurs, and death becomes the only currency for the sins of the past. What happens when the past comes back to claim its due? Can a man atone for his mistakes with blood, or is revenge nothing more than a bitter illusion, devoid of catharsis?

This book is for those who seek more than just a simple read, offering an immersion into the human mind and the dark corners of conscience. It will make you reflect on the fragile connections between choices, fate, and the consequences that cannot be escaped. Every page is steeped in atmosphere, every line hides an unspoken threat, and the ending is as inevitable as the last drop of whiskey in a midnight glass.

For readers who dare to step into a world where the past never dies, this book delivers a visceral, dark, and relentless experience. If you’re looking for a story that will consume you, make you think, and give you a dose of pure noir, then this is the perfect choice.