05-01-2025, 04:09 AM
Jonas shrunk slightly as Kurasa questioned him about his contact.
“We’ve never met in person,” he admitted. “I know that they hold a high position in government, and their vision for Riani aligns with the Federation’s ideals. They’ve been working to get someone like President Khushku into office since before we made first contact. I haven’t heard from them since the election, but I’m sure it’s not a coincidence that they’ve chosen this moment to resurface.”
As Brooks outlined the plan, Jonas finished his glass of the strong-smelling liquor. Seeing that none of the crew had helped themselves, he poured a second and downed it in a swift gulp.
“On this matter, I’ll defer to your judgment, Captain. You should be able to use the credentials on that padd to establish a secure transport link with the hotel. It may take some more creativity to reach the crash site undetected and begin your search for Ambassador Gebrezghi, but keep in mind that the Riani are significantly behind the Federation when it comes to starships. I’m sure you have some tricks they won’t have thought of.”
With that, the ambassador stood in front of the door to the restaurant’s dining area. He regarded each member of the away team solemnly.
“I should be getting home to my family. Thank you all, sincerely, for your help. Commander Talion, my apartment is not far from the embassy if you’d like to walk. I’m afraid it will be a bit cramped with multiple guests, but we will make room.”
== For Brooks/Thorn ==
The Aquila had maintained close tabs on the away team. Despite the planet’s interference, Brooks and Thorn both felt the comfortable sensation of a secure transporter lock as they beamed back to the ship.
“We’ve never met in person,” he admitted. “I know that they hold a high position in government, and their vision for Riani aligns with the Federation’s ideals. They’ve been working to get someone like President Khushku into office since before we made first contact. I haven’t heard from them since the election, but I’m sure it’s not a coincidence that they’ve chosen this moment to resurface.”
As Brooks outlined the plan, Jonas finished his glass of the strong-smelling liquor. Seeing that none of the crew had helped themselves, he poured a second and downed it in a swift gulp.
“On this matter, I’ll defer to your judgment, Captain. You should be able to use the credentials on that padd to establish a secure transport link with the hotel. It may take some more creativity to reach the crash site undetected and begin your search for Ambassador Gebrezghi, but keep in mind that the Riani are significantly behind the Federation when it comes to starships. I’m sure you have some tricks they won’t have thought of.”
With that, the ambassador stood in front of the door to the restaurant’s dining area. He regarded each member of the away team solemnly.
“I should be getting home to my family. Thank you all, sincerely, for your help. Commander Talion, my apartment is not far from the embassy if you’d like to walk. I’m afraid it will be a bit cramped with multiple guests, but we will make room.”
== For Brooks/Thorn ==
The Aquila had maintained close tabs on the away team. Despite the planet’s interference, Brooks and Thorn both felt the comfortable sensation of a secure transporter lock as they beamed back to the ship.