“That sounds interesting,” I smiled, and he nodded. “I have a place there, not as fancy as the penthouse, but it is homely,” he said, "I will ask to have the place ready for our arrival the day after tomorrow,” he said, and I nodded. “And after Thailand, we can squeeze three more days here, if that is OK with you,” Sal said, and I nodded. “That sounds about right,” I smiled, and he nodded. Our waiter walked in, opened the champagne bottle, and poured some for us. “To new adventures,” Sal said, and I smiled. “To new adventures,” I took a sip, and the golden liquid was exquisite. Sal turned around to our waiter and spoke to him in French. Clearly ordering the best of the best on the menu. “I hope you are alright with sharing,” he said, and I raised my eyebrows. “It depends o

