To: [R]- Liberty Rogues | From: Kurt Weinbaum

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From: Kurt Weinbaum
Source: Ithaca Base
To: Liberty Rogues
Subject: Upstart Ventures

To whomever it may concern,

Hello, it's me again. You know, that upstart from near Alcatraz a while back? The name's Kurt. I represent the Black Hearts - a rag-tag crew in the Omegas, though we've been getting around lately.

You neglected to mention the name of your pack leader, whom I ought to clear things up with. That's alright - we got the message to stay out of your territory. But something's come up, and since you boys did right by me before by not shooting me on my way out, I thought I'd ask for an invitation this time.

Some of my boys disappeared in the Kepler system recently. I wanna come over and see if they are still alive - and recover what's left if there's anything to find in that hell soup.

I could use a place to stay for the duration of my search. Don't need anything fancy - just somewhere quiet to dock my ship and rest. We've not been hitting Liberty proper so far, but the Navy still won't let me come check in at my booked suite on Planet Manhattan. Can't imagine why.

So, can I crash at your place? I promise I'll behave.

Regards,
Kurt Weinbaum
Die Schwarzen Herzen

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