Thank you to anyone who read the introduction to my experience, found here:
any comments or feedback is greatly welcomed!
I made my way up the metal stairs, my bag slung over my shoulder, every step i took being followed by the people in the bar, watching me from behind their drinks, a couple of the crossdressers on the sofa whispered to eachother and one even pointed at me, their hushed voices punctuated by giggles. I keep my head slightly down, focusing on each stair as I climbed up towards the next level, trying to resist the urge to turn around and flee out of the pub.