Chapter 1: Introduction
"Come on, man, don't be a pussy," my roommate, Dan, urged me. His beer-laced breath permeated the air as I nervously adjusted my collar. The sound of laughter from down the hall was slowly growing louder.
"I'm just not sure if I'm cut out for this frat party thing," I confessed, my voice barely audible.
"Listen, Troy. You're a good-looking dude, and you've got nothing to worry about.
I swear, you'll have the time of your life," Dan reassured me, his eyes bright with excitement. I pursed my lips and reluctantly agreed to follow him to the party, taking a deep breath as we stepped out of our dorm room.
He led me through the maze-like corridors of the college dormitory, snaking our way through the labyrinth of bodies and laughter. The music grew louder with each step we took, setting my heart racing.
We finally arrived at Alpha Fraternity's front door, where a group of muscular young men, wearing nothing but towels, stood guard. Dan greeted them warmly, and I followed suit, trying my best to appear casual and nonchalant.
"Name?" asked one of the men, his arms crossed in front of his chest.
"Troy McCoy," I replied, managing a small smile. The man nodded, gave me a thorough once-over, and then stepped aside to let us pass.