For the first time, in Golconda, she had practiced Larry's choice of withdrawing if the people were not of quality. Of preferring solitude to the effort of pretending he was interested in them.
In Anaïs Nin's "Seduction of the Minotaur," the protagonist experiences a pivotal moment in Golconda. This is the first instance where she truly embraces Larry's philosophy, which advocates for prioritizing quality over company. She realizes the importance of surrounding herself with people who genuinely matter, rather than engaging with those who do not meet her standards.
This newfound perspective leads her to value solitude, as she recognizes that it is preferable...