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edited 1 February 2011 at 1:25AM in Game Over Archives
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In one cable, an unnamed British businessman recounted how Saudi Prince Khalid bin Faisal left him with no choice but to spend his own time and money dressing up a run down palace in Asir to throw a party for Prince Charles. His Majesty was apparently delighted by his clever use of Styrofoam and candlelight – what did the businessman receive in thanks?

Answer: c) A Prince Charles watercolour and a $13,333 tip (source)

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