I'm always ebullient and somewhat chirpy after a swim.

The coppers were standing outside the station, wearing their guns.

Felix seemed fair game.

I slowly eased into it.

Thanks for keeping me safe.

The men in black smiled.

They are Sarawakians after all.

Did I  tell you that I was fleeced down by coppers in Kualar Lumper for not having a passport on me?

'Can't do that,' says Felix, ' but best to have your passport on you.'

I have mine in my bag, would you like to check it?

'No problem.'

The other two coppers were getting embarrassed and said no problem as well.

Are you sure? I could just show it to you now.

'No need,' says Felix.

They aren't taking the bait.

Would you like to see if my visa is valid, I offered?

'No problem,' says Felix, 'no need really.'

Are you sure, I said, I could have an overstay.

They were sure they didn't want to see my passport or check my visa.

They are good coppers in this part of the world.

I salute them. 

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