The Drop

The next morning, The Don went out to Bl al ³ni ° (the Blue Lagoon ), a pool of mineral -rich water created by the run-off from a geothermal power station. It was the ultimate in outdoor hot tubs ” steam and warmth amidst the jagged and cold lava fields. He sat at the edge of the water and waited, just as he was directed. He was to be approached by an elderly couple looking for directions to Kr ­suv ­k. He would give them the piece of paper, they would give him cash, and he would point them on their way.

It happened like clockwork ”to celebrate, The Don went straight to Maxim s for a matinee show.