You see someone you didn't expect

You blink, doing a double-take as you look toward the far end of the sun-drenched veranda. Leaning against the white stone railing, sipping a tropical drink, is a face you absolutely did not expect to see outside of a glowing browser tab late at night. It’s a very famous adult film star, at least famous for you.

​You quickly lean in toward your grandfather, keeping your voice low so your mothe, who is currently marveling at a massive marble vase, doesn't hear.

​"Grandfather," you whisper urgently, gesturing slightly with your chin. "What is... she doing here? Do you know who that is?"

​Your grandfather stops, looks over at the woman, and then turns back to you. The sly, knowing smirk from the airplane returns tenfold, wrinkling the corners of his eyes. He chuckles softly, leaning heavily on his cane as he whispers back.

​"Ah, so you recognize her? Good, that saves me an introduction," he says, entirely unbothered. "Bahía Ámbar may be small, William, but it is a sovereign tax haven and a playground for the wealthy, the famous, and the... unconventional. She is actually a close friend of the crown, and a frequent investor in our local tourism board."

​He gives you a playful nudge in the ribs with his elbow.

​"I told you, boy, you are going to drown in attention here. The kingdom has many secrets, and the guest list is always full of surprises. Come along, let's get you settled before you stare a hole through the poor woman."