Miss Origami

[Ebiris]

"As far as we were aware, only a single copy of the original text still existed," Joker frowns slightly. "That copy was in our possession up until 1943, when the library it was held in burned down. However, we have recently been contacted by an individual, who professes to own an original... naturally, he has agreed to sell it to us."

[Bean Bandit]

Kaitlin smiles at that, nodding and wondering quietly if she'll get to look at it. Just...wow. Collecting herself, she nods seriously, trying not to get distracted as she begins to wonder what the rare book contains within.

"And I'm to assist in some way?" she asks, almost hopefully.

[Ebiris]

"Indeed," Joker nods. "One of our men, Professor Haggart, will be able to verify the document's authenticity, and will handle the transaction," his lip curls slightly, "Even if it turns out we are simply buying back what was stolen from us fifty years ago.

"Your role in this, Miss Origami, will be to provide insurance. We don't expect any undue difficulties - we have dealt with this person before, but in case of unforseen difficulties, your abilities could prove crucial."

[Bean Bandit]

Kaitlin blinks at that. Bodyguard? Or something else? Nonetheless, she nods agreeably, and promptly. "I understand, sir. Is there reason to believe a third party may interested in the transaction as well?" she asks curiously. My first assignment, and already I'm getting the jitters.

[Ebiris]

"We have nothing to say that such interference is expected. But by the same token, there are no guarantees. Recemtly some of our agents have reported... difficulties, in the Far East," Mr Joker answers cooly, before giving a reassuring smile. "We don't expect any real trouble with this, but I'm confident you can handle yourself if anything does come up."

[Bean Bandit]

Kaitlin blushes and nods, sitting a little straighter in her chair, and nods agreeably. "Thank you. I'll do my best to validate your confidence in me, sir."

[Ebiris]

"Excellent," Mr Joker says approvingly. "Your flight leaves tomorrow afternoon - you shouldn't be in Hong Kong any longer than two days, so travel light. You have the rest of today off from your duties upstairs in order to make whatever arrangements you feel are necessary."

[Bean Bandit]

Recognising an exit cue when she hears one, Kaitlin nods and finishes her tea, preparing to stand. "Understood." she replies briskly. "Oh. Um, will I need to meet with the Professor first, or will that be arranged as we leave?"

[Ebiris]

"You won't see him until tomorrow at the airport," Mr Joker replies, already picking up the file he was reading earlier. "He lives up in York, and is making his own arrangements prior to flying out."

[Bean Bandit]

"Ah." Kaitlin nods, marking that off a mental checklist. "Was there anything else, sir?" she asks as she stands.

Always better to ask permission to go if you're not certain, after all.

[Ebiris]

"I believe that is all, Miss Origami," he answers smoothly. "Simply follow Professor Haggart's instructions and ensure that no harm comes to him - or the book after it comes into our possession." He gives you a slightly amused look, "So be sure to bring your own paper rather than having to rely on what's nearby, if necessary."

[Bean Bandit]

Kaitlin blushes. Forget to bring ammuntion to training just once, and you're branded for life. she grumbles mentally.

"I will, sir." She murmurs embarrassedly nodding respectfully. "Good day."

[Ebiris]

"And to you, Miss Origami," Joker nods as you leave.

Outside the office, you find Wendy sat at her desk, humming quietly to herself. She hasn't noticed you leaving, and from behind her you can see her computer screen showing pictures of kittens and rabbits that she's scrolling through.

[Bean Bandit]

I suppose I'll get used to the codename eventually. she sighs as she leaves the office.

She smiles a little at the overwhelming 'cute' of Wendy's taste in pictures as she walks by. "Thank you very much for the tea." she offers shyly as she passes Wendy's desk, and heads out into library proper again.

Goodness. I wonder if I could skulk about for a bit and have a look at some of these... Kaitlin's gait slows, and she turns as she walks, trying to take in as much as she can.

[Ebiris]

Wendy jolts a bit at your thanks, quickly tapping the keyboard as the screen changes to a spreadsheet of some kind. "Ah, you're welcome," she replies, blushing a little.

Out in the library proper, surrounded by many millions of books... well, no one questions the presence of a Special Agent in this area, so you certainly have free reign to go where you please. But exactly where? The vast multitude of knowledge presented is more than a little overwhelming without a clear goal in mind...