To: The Brotherhood

[MasterL410]

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Sender: Almirante Lucia Jaquez

Subject: Time of change

Encryption: Alta Criptografia

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Prazer em vê-la, senhora Rodriguez.

I have not forgotten you. You left quite an impression back then. Seems like you've made a bit of an career in the Brotherhood? That's nice to see.
It is surprising to see Ladron gone. I always thought he'd keep the "throne" until it would break. I can't wait to hear his story. I will find him, and then I'll find out. I must say, senhor Gutierrez sure is an interesting Elder. Judging from the way I got to know him, he will soon be known and respected in all of Sparta. I suppose I should ask for an audience with him when I arrive back on Crete, which should be in just a few days.

You probably wonder why I left back then. I must disappoint you however, there is no long, complicated adventure story. When I lost the presidential election in 831, and with that the direct control over Leixões, I did not have much to do. I sent most of my military to the new Government, now under the leadership of Luan Costa, to aid in the defense of the state. The rest of the Black Flag's soldiers scattered out into the various other groups within the empire. With no relevant role in Crete's society, I decided to leave Sparta. It is not relevant where I was or what I did, all you need to know is that I am back, smarter, wiser and stronger than ever.

Now you might have allready figured out why I am back now. Near the end of the year, there will be another election in Leixões. This time, I will win. Costa was not active enough, the state did not thrive under his leadership. However, he also did not make any mistakes. Now we come to the reason why I contacted the Brotherhood. In order to reclaim my position, I need to be known. Known as a leader, to be precise. It is impossible to rebuild the Black Flag military in such a short time, and I don't even know if it would work a second time. No, I think, it is time for a change. A change for me, for you, for Sparta and for Leixões.

I am hereby offering my services to the Brotherhood.

Are you willing to work with me, senhora Rodriguez?

Almirante Lucia Jaquez

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