Your evening is not going as planned. While at a bar, you accidentally knock over a man's drink. Although the spill was an accident, it has ruined his date's clothing and he is very angry. What is the most likely next step in this conflict's interaction ritual chain?
A) You get punched in the face.
B) He begs you for mercy.
C) You get insulted.
D) A full-scale bar fight breaks out.

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Insult is the most likely next step in this interaction ritual chain as the man is angry due to the ruined clothing of his date. Insult towards you may make him feel better or restore his sense of self-esteem in the situation. Getting punched in the face or a full-scale bar fight is less likely as it would require a significant escalation of the conflict. Begging for mercy would not be a typical response in this scenario.

Your Evening Is Not Going as Planned