“Monsieur can easily obtain a ticket,” said the guy when things had quieted down. “Monsieur’s military passes will be suffisant .”

“Where at?”

“At the Maison du Contrôle de l’Essence.”

“And that is⁠—?”

“ Vingt sept , Rue Yaki Hula Hickey Dula.”

“Is that as far away as it sounds?”

“Monsieur can go there and be back in une heure .”