No, no, not for many years now. [He makes a face, waves it aside with a broad sweep and vehement shake of his head.] The change might be difficult for you; perhaps I will always be Silva to someone I have so much history with. No, these days, it is Rodriguez. You're welcome to call me Tiago. If you'd like. God knows I've been called so many things in this life, most of which are quite crude and creative. Easier than Xolotl, I suspect.

[He stands for a moment, thinking, admiring, and then moves into another area, away from the servers. He pulls out a pair of beers, actual bottled beer of half-decent quality, and offers one to James.] If you are not here to kill me, then we must have business to discuss. I doubt you're only here to talk out our issues and rehash the past.