Rowland suppressed the urge to roll his eyes as the gift was presented. The gift he had been given was a cheap reproduction of an ancient Egyptian scroll. [color=aba000][i]Cute.[/i][/color] he thought. [color=aba000][i]A world spanning secret organization and all they can do for a welcome package is a two dollar trinket from a museum gift shop.[/i][/color]

Still, any working relationship had to be based on politeness and respect, and spurning a gift was the pinnacle of impoliteness.

Rowland flashed a courteous and friendly smile to his new captor.

[color=aba000]"It is an honor to make your acquaintance, sir. My name is Rowland Freebush, as I'm sure you already know from my dossier. I look forward to working with you."[/color]