┝┅{Sender:Commander Michela Calliente ┝┅{Recipient:Fiorella A. de Marco ┝┅{Location:Unidentified Location ┝┅{Message Type:Recording ┝┅{Subject: Encrypted Message
Signora de Marco,
I must admit I did not have high hopes of you taking me seriously. In fact, I even had a bet with one of my superiors on this subject. Guess, I am a lucky hermana tonight.
Now, let’s talk business - events are unfortunately unraveling exactly as predicted. Considering your victory in the last standard day, I have every reason to believe your Dons will push on the offensive now even further. Believing themselves superior and on the cusp of true victory. They are falling in a trap and the noose is tightening. How many ships and people did you lose in the last 3 days? My analysts are still busy making conjectures on that one. The point remains - both our forces are getting depleted to the benefit of Core. It’s only a matter of time before you get double-crossed. And even if you don’t, a long term conflict serves no one.
In terms of concrete actions, I’ve followed up with my own independent investigation. The moment I have something tangible, I will share it with my government and urge de-escalation. It would speed up the process if you provide any evidence that you’ve uncovered. My word may not amount to much but I will protect the identity of my source if you share your data. Not to mention, my own people will think I am crazy to trust you. My offer still stands as well, if I uncover something worthwhile on Core and the Guild, I will pass it on to you.
For now, I will do my best to urge the Elders to safeguard the current balance of power despite the recent turn of events.
