My suite is impeccable. It was cleaned and the sheets were changed while I was out. There are fresh flowers on the table and the wine is gone. Amir must have told them it was not a good idea to place it next to the Koran. Funny he should say that; he doesn’t mind a bit of drinking now and then.
A fax from Riyadh is waiting on the desk by the wall, beside the lamp. I guess Bálint brought it to my room. I pick it up and start reading.
My dear friend Jamal,
I’m glad you asked for my advice regarding your business opportunity. I studied the papers with your father, and my opinion is his opinion too. Please don’t call us, we have already left for Hajj. Purify your heart and remember your daily prayers.
The statistics gave us a good impression of the company requesting investment. You might
