“Yes.”
“Well, that’s the contract. You can take it or leave it.”
“I’ll leave it,” Kennon said. “Thank you for your time.” He rose to his feet, smiled at Alexander, and turned to the door. “Don’t bother to call your receptionist,” he said. “I can find my way out.”
“Just a minute, Doctor,” Alexander said. He was standing behind the desk, holding out his hand.
“Another test?” Kennon inquired.
Alexander nodded. “The critical one,” he said. “Do you want the job?”
“Of course.”
“Without knowing more about it?”
“The contract is adequate. It defines my duties.”
“And you think you can handle them?”