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Altair impatiently drummed his fingers upon his desk. He had sent out a Informer to tell him when the Initiates had arrived, and he had not yet gotten an update. He had just returned yesterday from a three week training course in Egypt, at the main headquarters of the Assassin Order. Hassan the Younger, the head of the entire Assassin Order, had overseen training for Altair's new rank and responsibility. Everyone knew of Al Mualim's betrayal, and it seemed only right that the star pupil of the Syrian sect should be the new leader. Altair had been granted the black robe and boots, as well as an even larger belt, for which to hold his equipment. He was allowed to keep all of his weapons, and wore them still. Upon returning, he had elected to get more members, and several Initiates had joined up. Now, he waited.
A few minutes later, the Informer arrived. "Master," he said as he bowed to him. Altair lifted his hand and gave an uplifting motion. "Rise." The Informer did so. "I have gathered the information you seek." "Then share your knowledge with me," Altair replied as he leaned forward, putting his hands together as if in contemplation. "The three Initiates have arrived at the Initiation site. Everyone is waiting for your appearance." Altair nodded, stood up, and walked around his desk to stand before him. "You may return to your regular duties. Safety and peace, brother." "Upon you as well, Master," the Informant said as he left the oom. Altair strode from the assassin compound and headed to a large house, where the ceremony would be conducted. He saw armed guards stationed there, and they moved to the side as he entered.
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