Hence, Bernard said humbly, "You flatter me, Mr. Prime Minister. It's what I should do."

The French Prime Minister smiled. "The President is waiting for you at the Elysee Palace. We will have a short photo session and the press will ask some questions—it's alright if you prefer to skip, since we can do it at the Elysee Palace after meeting the president."

Bernard thought about it, but then asked, "Excuse me, but are the American press here too?"

"Oh, yes," the French Prime Minister smiled and