“R-right this way, sir.” John guided him over to a sleek black car shining under warm golden lights. “This is our newest model — the special limited-edition Mercedes Maybach Exelero. Only three exist in the whole world, and each one costs one hundred million dollars. The other two belong to the Queen of Europe and the head of the International Peace Corporation.”
Alexander gave a small, calm smile. “Yes, I am aware,” he said in an easy tone. “I already keep one in my garage back in the Fiji Islands.”
John stood completely still. He blinked several times, wondering if his ears had played a trick on him. Fiji Islands? He let out a forced little laugh, sure this customer was just another person trying to act wealthy and important.
At the beginning, John had felt excited, thinking he had me
