Echoes of a Broken Past

This chapter explores the aftermath of a historical assassination, focusing on the tavern owner's testimony and the conflicted narratives surrounding his claims. With humor and tension, it narrates the harrowing escape of two fugitives in post-Civil War America, highlighting themes of loyalty and fear. The gripping climax features John Wilkes Booth's last moments, blending desperation and misguided patriotism as he faces his fate.