To: Veracruz Orbital

[TheSauron]

Incoming Transmission

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From: Flora, Gaians
To: Administrator James A. Salworth
Encryption: Yes
Subject: Hello

Administrator.

I'm sure something can be worked out. I'm certain you're aware that Veracruz already hosts an orbital facility, that being Veracruz Munitions. The facility already has our blessing, and to our knowledge, the folks onboard should be amenable to doing business.

Here's my counter. You've taken our hospitality for granted, and that's no good. If Captain Harrington had his way, we'd already be dismantling your outpost, and I wouldn't blame him for that. But since you're being all polite and cooperative, we're willing to waive all the shooting and give you two options.

One, we're willing to let your installation persist, but under conditions. I'm sure you remember the terms given to your by Commander Cobra, of the Alliance. They will apply to Veracruz Orbital as well. Our access to the station will be permanent and you'll update us on all research personnel making use of the facility. Barring access to people we find disagreeable obviously applies as well. Finally, as your installations are starting to pose an increased security risk in the system, you will compensate us for that. 750.000 credits, per month, wired to {S}Hawk.

Two, you dismantle Veracruz Orbital and either negotiate an agreement with Veracruz Munitions to stage your operations from there, or deploy a mobile survey ship instead. Should you do that, we'll be more than happy to waive the fines and contribute some of our capabilities to the survey efforts.

Let me know what you think, administrator.

Regards,
Flora

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Transmission Over

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One MD Admiral