ININT. HOTEL BAR - NIGHT

JOHN shares a dram with MCFARLANE.

JOHN I can't just give a mysterious government member an envelope stuffed with cash. Subtlety dear boy, subtlety.

MCFARLANE Well how then? Just tell me how.

JOHN Well why don't we start with a charitable donation, say to something like the rest home. I'll make sure it's in the local press. Build the profile, what? Then I've got an excuse to say well look at what this chap's been doing, why don't we give him a proper reward for his charitable services. Everyone's happy, and no one has mud on his paws.

MCFARLANE And I'll meet the queen?

JOHN Trust me, the novelty will wear off.