Pierced

Before I left for Hong Kong, my friend of two decades Elsie and I arranged to have dinner upon my arrival. She also gave notice and insisted that I should accept this relatively expensive birthday present that she got me. Of course I would, I replied. What's to complain about an expensive birthday present? The more expensive the better I thought. That's what one can do with good friends.

Anyways, I get into Hong Kong, two hours late I might add, and off we went for a late dinner at a Japanese restaurant near my hotel. Before we could start eating, out came my present. Lo and behold, a pair of diamond ear-rings! Apparently after having known me for more than twenty years, Elsie thought that I needed a 'new look'.

What is one to do with a pair of ear-rings? Diamond ones to boot! Well to cut a long story short, Elsie escorted me to 'Isabella - Professional Ear-Piercing, Unmatched Quality And Reliability' two nights later, stood by and promptly watched me get an ear pierced. It's a titanium stud for now. The diamond ear-ring will have to wait for a couple of months. And guess what, after coming home to KL, I received an sms from Elsie, saying that I should have gotten both pierced. Well, I think I need some time to get used to this one first. Nonetheless, thanks for the present Elsie! As for the other ear, let's see if you can convince me when we next meet.

Elsie and I having dinner at Irori in Causeway Bay, Hong Kong.