Sailing for Lower Tides

[RedEclipse]

Hyperion flagship of the Phoenix drifted in orbit of the planet Palmyra. Christian watched pensively in the semi-darkness as the sun's rays quickened out through the planet's atmosphere. What was this message and what was its purpose? Was it sincere or was it another Corsairs ploy or Voncloud's intrigue? Phoenix will under no circumstances accept the act of surrender and enslavement to the freedoms referred to as the "Theta treaty". And although Christian has repeatedly voiced a position and offered to find a compromise with Deterrence nothing has been heard due to their egos that have grown due to their triumph over taking over a civilian station.

The sun finally emerged from the planet's shadow and filled his quarters with bright light. Christian, as if awakened and with a clear plan, decided to contact the bridge. He waved his hand and Alec Reed, the head of Phoenix security, appeared before him. "Get the ship ready to jump, I need to get to Omega 5 as soon as possible." A look of surprise slid across his face for a second, but he nodded silently and Christian cut the connection, heading for the bridge.

Arriving on the bridge Alec reported that the ship was ready. "What is the purpose of the visit? Given the events at Theta..." Christian glared at him and patted him on the shoulder "Apparently there are Corsairs with a more flexible stance on everything that's going on. And if this isn't another ultimatum, we have a good chance of the conflict being brought down by a few groups." Alec became indignant "But sir..." Christian cut him off "Get any fighter ready for me, I'll head to Black Sails base alone."

A flash illuminated Omega 5 space and the flagship burst out into the system. A moment later, the fighter headed towards Cadiz, on the coordinates of Perdition. After docking, Christian jumped out of cockpit onto the deck of the cruiser. Shortly after, a stocky man not in the mood for conversation approached him and asked "Zoner?" Christian nodded and then gestured for him to follow. A few decks later he pointed to enter the room and turned aside.

Christian entered the room and saw familiar silhouette of Voncloud - well, at least he is alive Christian thought. He followed to Massimo invitation "Christian Burton, leader of the Phoenix, I’m pleased to make acquaintances. Glad to be a part of any consistent discussion, especially when it involves the interests of all parties." he settled into the chair and put his hands together "I am quite familiar with the Deterrence ultimatum they call the ‘Theta treaty’, but it is nothing short of a surrender to the victor." he glared at the Massimo representative "We are not looking for a winner or a loser in regards to the current situation and I hope you have organized this meeting with a more rational approach than your colleagues." he leaned back in his chair and looked at Voncloud indifferently "But before proceeding, could you enlighten me as to how Voncloud came to be with you, mister.."