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Chapter 11
Shakin’ All Over
I made eye contact with the Ritz concierge and said
good morning in my poshest English accent. I prayed to
find a sign to the men’s washroom. I spotted it, right
behind the reception. Oh paradise. I needed the
washroom in every worst way.
Everything taken care of, including a shave in very hot
water and some complimentary cologne, I strolled back
into the lobby. It was deserted and the concierge was
waiting. I knew he knew I wasn’t not a guest so I walked
straight up to him and asked how to get to The
Mexicana to meet a man called Joe Pleasure. He lolled
his head around and gave me the schmuck look. I
glanced at my watch, "I realize it’s early but..."
"No, no, senhor. It’s okay. The Mexicana is a cafe in
Praça de Londres? Not very good quality."
He pulled out a blue and white pamphlet and
unfolded its thick card cover to show a map. He fondled
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