The agent's already crinkled eyes crinkle more. He continues rifling through the bag.

You had some fun there in Thailand, huh?

I met a friend ... I keep my eyes on my bag.

You met friends?

One friend.

A friend you just met while you were there?

No, a friend of mine from here, who I met there.

Was that the purpose for your trip?

In large part, yes.

Must've been an expensive trip.

Oh, I suppose.

Hope it was worth it.

We'll see. All depends on the memories of it that stick, doesn't it? Heh-heh.

He's not amused. Your girlfriend ... where in Thailand she live?

She doesn't live, she travels.

I see. And when is she returning?

I'm not sure.

You're not sure?

She's not sure. Soon, maybe. She seems ready to return soon.

So she's your steady girlfriend?

I wouldn't say that, exactly.

What would you say?

Are these questions relevant or are you just making curious talk?

Son, while I'm inspecting you, anything I ask is 100 percent relevant, understand me? Are we in perfect understanding?

Oh. Sure.

This ... He uncoils it from a side pocket. What's this silver chain for?

A friend.

How much did it cost? Looks pretty expensive.

Not a lot. Currency exchange is ... the conditions are so bad there, it was less than $20, I think.

Really?

Yes, sir.

This is real silver.

A good deal.

A girl?

What?

This chain, it's for a girl?

Yes, a girl.

The girl you were traveling with.

No, a different one. One who lives here.

Is she your girlfriend?

Um, I wouldn't say that, either.

You're a popular guy, aren't you?

Sometimes.

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