It would seem that my primary profession will indeed allow me to earn my own keep in this world. One of the young ladies who recognized me at the museum contacted her father, who has a number of business interests in the United States, and his representatives have in turn contacted me to engage my services as a security consultant.
I must admit that I find the prospect intriguing. My efforts have been largely directed to assisting my stepfather in his own business these past few years, but there, I was obliged to maintain the illusion of being a good deal younger and less experienced than those around me. Here, that illusion will be more difficult to maintain. It may be enough of a challenge to fill the days until I return home.