I took the little dog with me up to the penthouse Fatatida looked at me a little a little askance like[what do you mean bringing a dog in here!] but said nothing. Farouke seemed to take to him, so I left him in his care.

There was still plenty of time to dress and prepare for dinner. Hmmm, what to wear? What to wear? Already I was tired of dressing in black as convention requiered.

I stepped out to the penthouse roof garden to pick a fresh orchid. There was a lovely smell of fresh earth. This would be a lovely place to serve tea tomarrow. A garden in the clouds is what it was at this time of day. Orchids were central in the preparation of Lady Reylari Bath Products and Perfumes This company had been founded by my great great grandmother. It was a steady source of income. I pinned the orchid to my dress and went down to meet my guests. I hope that they will not forget. One never can tell about new found friends. Fatatida and Farouke had opted to call for room service.

I descended from the lift to the lobby of the hotel.