I am uploading long missed log from meeting with Hana Ken. As I have been told she's no longer with the Sisterhood and it remains to be seen whether new leaders share their sentiments.
Kind regards,
Nicole Hunter
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Surveillance log: Shikoku, "Infiltrator" Gunship, 10th July
Nicole Hunter: Konbanwa, Hana Ken-san. Hana Ken: Kon'nichiwa Hunter-san. As is custom, I have brought a bottle of sake to offer, though I did not expect three people to arrive. Nicole Hunter: I do not believe it should be a problem. Abiding the old tradition of exchanging gifts, we have also brought you a symbol of our friendship in the form of the purest Cardamine acquirable in Sirius. Hana Ken: Domo arigato, Hunter-san. I have not tasted such product for a long time, it is a most appreciated gift. Nicole Hunter: Hana Ken-san, please tell me, if it is not too intrusive question. How deep are you entrenched in the Kusarian mentsu culture? I do believe that it would be much better for us to leave the utter politeness behind for a moment and speak like two Libertonians. Do you believe it is possible? Hana Ken: I am glad to be able to leave the face behind us. It is not a norm of ours within the Sisterhood, so it is refreshing to do so. Nicole Hunter: I am happy to hear that. First of all I would like to ask you about your relations with Lady Red. Hana Ken: We are friends to each other, despite our differences we recognise we both act for similar ends. Nicole Hunter: It is part of our way to analyse the universe around us using various models. As majority of us, Lane Hackers, are ex-engineers or scientist, we do often assess things around us through numbers. While this might be cruel, these numbers do not look very good for you. Hana Ken: Which numbers would you be referring to? Nicole Hunter: I do believe that your chance of success without Lady Red beside you is much lower. Are you certain that joining forces is out of question? Hana Ken: I have approached this point with Lady Red a number of times, she does not wish to join us. Whilst I continue to raise the issue, thus far her mind has not changed. Nicole Hunter: What are her reasons for this? I do not think you are that different, though my perception is always a perspective of an outsider. Hana Ken: We aren't that different, in terms of being Chrysanthemums. I am still unsure, but something holds her back. Perhaps time will tell on the issue. Nicole Hunter: I see. I have spoken with other members of the Orange Treaty about your Sisterhood. Hana Ken: Oh? What did they have to say on the matter? Nicole Hunter: While in general there are positive sentiments towards your movement, there are concerns about its longevity. Hana Ken: This is understandable, there have been many Sisterhoods in the past, they have struggled also. Nicole Hunter: This brings me to an indiscreet question. What is your plan? Hana Ken: Our plan is to firstly secure those assets which bring life to the current Chrysanthemums as a whole: certain routes in Kusari where materials may be 'acquired' and, most importantly, the Cardamine route through Kusari to Leiden. It is imperative to build strong foundations in these respects to let the rest of the Sisterhood bloom, thus my concern for these talks. Nicole Hunter: There is not much to discuss here, Ken-san. We do consider Golden Chrysanthemums our allies and you may count on our support and help. Leiden is and will always be open port for you. Specifics can be discussed when the need arises. My question is different. I am not asking you about your modus operandi. I am curious about your plan to attract young Kusarian women. Hana Ken: Ah, sodesuka... apologies. Our plan is twofold: firstly, we plan to engage in propaganda operations. Spreading the knowledge of the Empress to the Kusarian populace. Secondly, engaging in our terrorist actions against the hotspots of corruption within Kusari, and letting the effects of those speak out to those that raise arms alongside us. Nicole Hunter: Indeed, this is the proper way. Finally, the last question. Do you wish to unite all the Chrystanthemums, and if so, how? Hana Ken: I do wish to do so, and I plan to leverage to main factors in doing so. Firstly, using the Yume no Kusari to build the Sisterhoods strength so it is the dominant force within the Chrysanthemums and secondly, by earning the endorsement and allegiance of the 'Child Empress'. As her chosen, we would be in a position to unite the Chrysanthemum's around her. Nicole Hunter: Very well. Are there any questions you wish to ask me? Hana Ken: Indeed, there are couple. My first question is with regards to the 'Orange Treaty'. It is the first time I've come across this term or at least been told the term with reference to our situation. May you elaborate on what it is? Nicole Hunter: It is a formalization of the Cardamine alliance between the Outcasts, Rogues and us. It was my intention to normalize the situation after the Outcast civil war and the rifts it left in liberty. Hana Ken: Sodesuka, it was a wise move. Considering what I had heard about the civil war it must have been concerning to hear such conflict at the source of Cardamine production. Nicole Hunter: We have large emergency stockpiles, but they would not last indefinably. Hana Ken: Hai, Sodesuka. My second question then, if you would indulge me, what degree of influence do you have within Kusari? Is it as deep and powerful as it is in Liberty? Nicole Hunter: Naturally, it is not. Our influence here is the function of our contacts and relations cultivated within our friends and allies in Kusari. Hana Ken: converation *gently smiles* Hana Ken: Domo arigato for indulging me in those questions. It seems there are disturbances detected. Given that I believe all the questions I wish to ask have been, I believe our business is done. Nicole Hunter: Indeed, Hana Ken-san. I do believe it is enough for this evening. Hana Ken: May the stars keep you Hunter-san. Nicole Hunter: Sayonara.
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