Hawker

150k, we take you around

No, thank you.

It’s beautiful trip, we take you for one hour

No, thank you. We’re ok.

I give her a smile with my eyes and a gentle wave, and we continue along the promenade.

There’s so much to see.

It’s our first time here, and this UNESCO Heritage site does not disappoint. The river walk is glowing, vibrant lanterns and colours everywhere

And few, if any, tourists in Hoi An at the moment.

From what I’ve heard this is unusual. A unique moment, we may not see again.

My mind wanders over the past 24 months. These Covid times are surely a challenge. But they offer unforeseen benefits.

The good.

And the bad.

100

Oh, are you still here?

She must have continued to wander with us. Our pace has been slow but she’s like a cat.

Lithe, ready to pounce.

Very beautiful ride.

She pulls out her phone to show a photo of what must have been the perfect trip. Lanterns, colours shine through. The couple in the photo lit just so, happiest pairing in the country.

Definitely one of her favourite pics, doing its best to entice.

She’s a seller.

The thing she’s not ready to hear, though, is that tonight, we’re not buying.

Just a walk. And a talk.

No hawk.