28 A TEN BILLION DOLLAR DINNER (2/2)

”Yep, the next right, on the left is a restaurant call Thai Eats… that's where we're eating.”

Alex hopped out of the vehicle and scanned around him. The area was not as noisy as the city. He had driven for forty minutes and he was extremely hungry. When Zunnie had mentioned dinner last night he was glad. Looking around he wondered if they were okay. He at no time had stepped foot in this part of the country.

He followed Zunnie in and was surprised to see the host greet her.

”Miss Bai we've missed you. Good to see you again.”An older lady welcomed them

”Auntie Mamo…sorry, been busy.” Zunnie's and the older woman embraced tightly.

”Ahh, did you bring me a guest, and he's handsome too…” The lady walked over to Alex and took his hand.

”Hello auntie…” Alex smiled politely.

The older lady smiled and escorted the pair to a booth overlooking the vast mountains.

”How did you find this place?” He asked Zunnie after they both seated.

”Her granddaughter was my patient a year ago and they invited me. I've been coming since then. They food here is cheap but it's really good. I hope you like Thai cuisine.” Zunnie explained a warmth surging from her deep blue eyes.

”I enjoy Thai cuisine…I'm not a picky eater…”

”Good”

”So, what is it you do?”

”I'm a Psychologist… and I own the Bai Children's Hospital.”

A server who looked to be in her mid-thirties walked up to their booth… ”Welcome Sir, Ms. Zunnie; boss Mamo said it's on the house, since you brought a good-looking guest.” The server blushed as she glanced at Alex who smiled at her remark, then back to Zunnie.

”Haha, tell her I'll have the usual and the special for tonight.”

”Yes, Ms. Zunnie,” the lady bowed and disappeared into the kitchen.