[Tony finishes his first beverage as he watches the man retire to the back room for a moment. A curious gesture, but like in a fine jewelry establishment most of the finer pieces are kept in back until the right buyer comes around. By now the man had returned and Tony eyed the bottle rigorously. He scanned every bit of that bottle with an inquisitive stare. The sparkle caught his attention but that was just the light. Wasn't it?]
"A stronger whiskey and without ice, huh? Just like dad used to have 'em."
[He lifts the glass and brings it to his nose in the same fashion as before, however, this time he was somewhat more alert. Something about the overwhelming gold motif didn't sit well with him. It was probably just paranoia. With a silent resignation, he brings the glass forward.]
"Cheers!"
[And then he brings it up to his lips and takes a swig from it. The same intimate test as before takes place in his mouth and his eyes go wide in shock! This taste, something about it was just new and exciting! After several confused seconds, he swallows.]
"Whew! That's pretty good, yeah. It certainly was unique!"
[He grins as he places the glass down.]