Offer of Employment

Gman and Gordon were in an elevator moving through Xen. Gordon tried to open his mouth, but no words came out.

His voice was very raspy, almost inhuman.

Gman: Gordon Freeman, in the flesh. Or, rather...in the hazard suit. I took the liberty of....relieving you of your weapons...most of them were government property. As for the suit, I...think you've earned it.

They teleported in front of a war zone, with a crashed jet plane, and dead soldiers everywhere.

Gman: The border world, Xen, is in our...control for the time being....thanks to you. That was quite a nasty problem over there. I am impressed....

They teleported to a Xen island.

Gman: That is why I'm here, Mr. Freeman. I have....recommended your services to my....(Stumbles over the word a bit)employers, and they have authorized me to offer you a job. They agree with me, that you have (Speaks like a snake) limitless potential.

They teleported onto a tram, traveling at light speed.

Gman:You've proven yourself....decisive, so I don't think there will be any problem deciding what to do. Now, if you're interested, step into the portal, and I will take that as a yes.

Gordon finally found his voice, for a brief second.

Gordon:What if I don't?

Gman: Otherwise, well......I will offer you a battle you have no chance of winning....Rather an anti-climax, after what you just survived.....Time to choose.

The tram door opened into a portal.

Gordon: Hmm. Grrr. Well, it doesn't really seem like I have much choice in the matter. Fine, you have a deal.

Gordon and Gman shook hands, then Gordon stepped into the portal.

The last thing Gordon heard before passing out was this,

Gman: Wisely done, Mr. Freeman! I will see you up ahead.

[ Subject: Gordon W. Freeman.

Status: Hired

Awaiting assignment]

END

By the way, I am severely disappointed by how it has turned out, so far. I will immediately begin working a better,more in depth version. It will have more action, more closely follow the original plot, and have more intrigue around Gman. When I do upload the new version, the old version will be a Doc X version. Drop me an E-mail at , and I will unconditionally E-mail it to you. Until then, enjoy my first completed fan fiction. See you later, peeps!