Monsieur Pamplemousse On the Spot (2014)
“‘Congratulations are being showered upon you. They arrive by the hour. I trust I may add mine?’ He released his grip and they fluttered down at varying speeds, like multi-coloured leaves in an autumn breeze.
Monsieur Pamplemousse inclined his head non-committally, but warily.
The Director salvaged one of the heavier pieces of paper. ‘This one is from the Minister himself. He would like to see you later today – at your convenience. Word has also reached me from the Elysée Palace. Your na...me has been recorded. Even the Grosse Légume has let it be known that he wishes to honour you with a decoration – the Grand Order of the Star of something or other. It is accompanied by an invitation to become his chief food taster.’ Monsieur Pamplemousse shuddered.‘It carries a large salary commensurate with the post. The supply of wines would be without limit; the choice would be yours. Doubtless other pleasures would be at your command.’ ‘I think not, Monsieur.’ The Director breathed a visible sigh of relief.MoreLess
Monsieur Pamplemousse inclined his head non-committally, but warily.
The Director salvaged one of the heavier pieces of paper. ‘This one is from the Minister himself. He would like to see you later today – at your convenience. Word has also reached me from the Elysée Palace. Your na...me has been recorded. Even the Grosse Légume has let it be known that he wishes to honour you with a decoration – the Grand Order of the Star of something or other. It is accompanied by an invitation to become his chief food taster.’ Monsieur Pamplemousse shuddered.‘It carries a large salary commensurate with the post. The supply of wines would be without limit; the choice would be yours. Doubtless other pleasures would be at your command.’ ‘I think not, Monsieur.’ The Director breathed a visible sigh of relief.MoreLess
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