“Michael,” he nodded. “We’re behind schedule so we’ll be gathering the recruits tomorrow and leaving at lunch time.” This officer had met Michael every year for the last few years and remembered his name, though he wasn’t one for idle chit-chat.

“Very well. As usual, we have prepared two rooms for you, come inside.”

“Thanks. Also, this package was sent for someone called Viladore. Usually we don’t do deliveries but there was extra money in it. Anyway, here you go.” he took out a small package from his inventory and handed it over.