The briefcase Roger stole from Carson's room was a simple affair; a leather lined box with a handle and combination security lock.  Real high security stuff, a thousand possible combinations, and anyone with a sharp butterknife could just saw through the strap attaching the lock to the lid.  In the outer pocket there was a property identification tag, listing Damien K Carson, resident of Boston, as the owner of said case, and offering a reward for its return, giving a cell phone number.<br/><br/>There was also a letter in the outer pocket, on corporate letterhead.  Universal Mining, LLC, with their business address on Braverton Street, right there in Miner's Folly.  It was addressed to Mr. Carson, dated two weeks ago.  It read:<br/><br/><div class="quoteheader"><div class="topslice_quote">Quote</div></div><blockquote class="bbc_standard_quote">Dear Mr. Carson,<br/><br/>After reviewing your terms, we are pleased to accept.  Enclosed with this is a check for half the agreed upon amount, the balance to be paid on your departure from Miner's Folly.<br/><br/>Business class flight arrangements have been arranged via United from Logan Airport.  You merely need to present your identification at the gate, and your ticket is assured.  Likewise with the rental car from Boulder.<br/><br/>Although we look forward to speaking with you in greater detail when you arrive in Miner's Folly, I wish to make it clear at this time that, as an independent operative, Universal Mining considers itself in no way liable for any accidents or misfortunes you may encounter during your stay in Miner's Folly.  Nor does acceptance of your terms constitute an offer of employment, nor condone any actions you undertake which may happen to be illegal or unethical.<br/><br/>When you arrive in Colorado, please give me a call to arrange lunch.  I look forward to meeting you at last.<br/><br/>Sincerely Yours,<br/>Robert Kingsly<br/>Human Resources/Recruitment<br/>Universal Mining, LLC<br/><br/>cc<br/>Benjamin Claiborne<br/>Legal Department<br/>Universal Mining, LLC</blockquote><div class="quotefooter"><div class="botslice_quote"></div></div>