FOR THEIR DATE, HE wore the short-sleeved black generic tee he purchased in Singapore, denim trousers, and military sand-coloured boots. She, on the other hand, had selected a slinky, low-necked off-white maxi from a boutique near the hotel. A sheer shawl was her only accessory. When she came out in the sexy outfit, his hands roamed over her body. ‘Commando, eh?’ He winked. She playfully slapped his hand away. They arrived at a restaurant not far from the pier, got a table next to the wall. The restaurant was crowded, noisy with merriment and chatter, cutlery and glasses clinking together. After a sumptuous meal, he took out his harmonica from his back pocket. Rested his body on the back of the chair, then raised his left foot on the empty seat next to him. He blew a note on the music

