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Nalju Manor || Serenno, Outer Rim Territories

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Despite the corporate wrangling that had landed her in this position, Nahri had inherited her family's estate upon their demise. Though in many ways, Nalju Manor felt every bit her father's house, she had to remind herself it was hers too. It had been in her family for generations, ever since the first Naljus rose out of the merchant slime during the era of the High Republic. But now their legacy was threatened by murderers and thieves.

Well, she would just have to take it back, wouldn't she?

Her discreet invitation had been plain. This was a meeting to plan the purchase of stocks. Her enemies on the board might have taken the company public to prevent her from simply demanding back what was hers from the Serenno government. But their plan had been far less effective than they had intended. Sure, it would require some outside help, but she needed to make connections anyways. Call this... networking.

An elaborate banquet table was laid out for her guests. She had been told a Hutt was coming, so she made sure a much larger cushioned seat had been prepared in advance for him and extra food ordered. She didn't know how much Hutts liked to eat, but she also knew it was insulting not to overindulge them, so having a little extra on hand wasn't a bad thing. There were also extra seats prepared for unexpected arrivals. Nahri was never one to be caught unawares.

When the appointed time arrived, Ranami, Nahri's aid, stepped into the room and bowed. «They're here, Mistress,» she said.

"Excellent," Nahri said. "Send them in and offer them drinks. We will begin shortly" @The Good Doctor @Nor'baal
 

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This invitation was... intriguing. An invitation to discuss purchasing of stocks of the corporation NalTech. Newton didn't think much about them before, but after getting this invitation he evaluated and saw that this company had potential, not just for itself, but for Newton himself as well.

Newton would arrived, dress sharp as usual. It looks like he wasn't the only one who came, as there would be a Hutt as well. Newton didn't know what to make of that yet. The Blackwell CEO also brought his assistant droid L3.

When given the all clear by the assistant, Newton would come in. When the aid would offer drinks, he would reply "Thank you, Corellian Brandy."

The Blackwell Executive would then look at the banquet table and their host. There would be enough room for him, some other people? And then a Hutt. "Good evening Miss Nalju. Pleasure to meet you, thank you for the invitation." Newton would smile and extend his hand for a firm handshake ahead of the business meeting they are about to partake in.

A lot of food here though.

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With a pop the Hutts yacht thrust itself out of hyperspace, and made its meandering way down to the meeting site. Nor'baal had not done one of these gatherings for quite a long time, having been effectively secluded on Hutta, dealing with the finer points of Syndicate politics. It was good to be back out and about, stretching his .... leg?

With a bank account chock-full of illicitly harvested credits, and other currencies, Nor'baal was looking to splash out, and a weaponry and droid firm seemed like just the sort of thing to indulge in. Arriving at the meeting place, his golden protocol unit in tow, the Hutt moved under his own power, forgoing his hover sled for the sake of appearances and courtesy, and took his position at the well-adorned banqueting table. Assuming his place, he immediately grabbed a large tankard of murky looking alcohol and started glugging away, as he waved his droid over with his spare hand.

<Tah lumpa doth koushonbe, koupohe an tobaya. Uba caiot toupee la doutmaya cuee dah droida ai dah baciyox'a. Kabai dee koumi bmala.> Nor'baal rumbled, uncaring as to whether to not his host spoke or understood his language. "His most serene excellency, Nor'baal Desilijic, thanks you for your custom and welcome, and is pleased to engage with you both in this business venture." the Hutts well-trained protocol unit said, with a slight inflexion in its voice intended to sound genuine.
 

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Nahri raised an eyebrow, a light grin tugging up the corner of her mouth. She was used to be insulted. It was to be expected from a Hutt. But she also wasn't weak or meager. Or stupid. She looked first at the protocol droid, saying pleasantly, "Oh, there's no need to translate. I'm well enough versed in Huttese. Perhaps the mighty Nor'baal would be so kind as to recommend some good entertainment. He would, after all, be an expert on the subject." She gestured for the abnormally large seat at the table she'd prepared. "Please, make yourself at home."

She then adjusted her attention to Newton Arden. She had heard of this man. Everyone in the corporate world knew him as the head of Blackwell Technologies. It was a rare treat to see a man from such a large corporation at a meeting like this one. Though not altogether unsurprising. "Mr. Arden, an honor to meet you in person." She held out her hand for a light shake. "What Blackwell Technologies has done for the galaxy has been a source of inspiration for me. I can only hope my own company soon has a similar impact."

With the greetings out of the way, she took her seat at the head of the table and gestured for them to do the same. "You are both busy beings, I'm aware, so I will cut to the chase. I've invited you both here this eve because a great wrong has befallen me. My family... murdered by the men who now occupy the board of Nalju Technologies. And now that I am old enough to assume my family's seat, they have taken the company public to prevent me from reclaiming what has always been mine." She did her best to look strong, but wounded. She could not appear weak in front of these men, or they would both eat her. The Hutt, quite possibly, literally. "But they've made a grave mistake. I still have my family's considerable fortune at my command. I can buy up a majority of the stocks. But you men can help me in this endeavor. I'm sure you're aware of how that works. But, as two men who have more experience in this realm than I, I am curious as to your thoughts. Your..." She let the silence drag out a moment. "...input, yes." @Nor'baal @The Good Doctor
 

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Newton too understood a decent amount a Huttese, it's one of the biggest trade languages after all. And the exchange with the Hutt, the droid, and their host was amusing. Him and Naiju would shake like professionals. "Thank you. And I'm sure your company will do great things" he gave. NalTech did seem promising, they did have some interesting products.

Anyways, after getting seated, Naiju would tell them what is going on. Her family which were the company owners were murdered. That's unfortunate. In the Corporate Sector sabatoge, assassinations were... ways to move up the corporate ladder. Sometimes the corporate world can be quite ruthless and she is going to need to prepare for it. That's why Newton has a retinue of droid guards a lot of things. When asked for input, Newton would then speak, but not before taking a drink of a corellian brandy that was delivered to him. "Lets see here... outright simply buying a majority of the stocks seems too obvious. They may see your name and decide to take defensive measures against it. They could try the posion pill tactic, diluting the stocks and massively driving up the cost." he stated. "Or if they were so ruthless as to murder your family, they may try it again, this time on you even if you manage to take back the company. Or try another means" They killed before to get the power in the first, they will most likely try doing the same to keep it if need be perhaps. And maybe they can do more than just murder

"Hmmm..." he was thinking of something, Newton can usually come up with a good plan, but he might need more information. "Do you have any more insight into the chief executive and any board members of note? Do you remember anything that stands out about them that we may be able to use to our advantage? Did they have specifically have a grudge against your family?" Information is power, the more they know about the, the better they can strategize. Mindset is important.

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Fierfek ceuai! Nor'baals bulbous eyes spread wide. Perhaps that was their real plan - this perfidious 'Newt-on' sought to assassinate him! The Hutt's tail lashed on the floor as he wriggled in his spot with frustration. Tee, Jee lwaa tee doth doptkahahbenoy hee pacwahh. his schemed, as the Blackwell CEO drew to a conclusion.

<Dotkot cuee kouhaph kakau bai gahkesa mee masou du tah chalaba. Um hee kakau caiot pihozeu bantoleaee doi mee panpiha.> the Hutt began, his droid garbling out a direct translation as his master spoke. Nor'baal was something of an expert when it came to 'offing' his opposition, and keeping his own hide safe at the same time.

Latching onto the back of Newtons' suggestion, he added <Cueciukeu mee cahtana banbonzahag, an hee, hhe wa bantkokobaiua, Jee hatkocanh chamana paknee ata doptkee wa bahea see wah chee dah uuateua pankhobacaka-oba don bu jaha. Cay hoohah doi bu heee, mo daien don bidcakeza, bu chalaba see wa ame kaza kiuke cua wolei.>
 

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Nahri had no difficulty restraining the grin that bloomed inside her. With a few short words, she had tamed the situation and neutralized the Hutt's hostilities, though she could tell they were still a long ways off from trust. Did Hutts ever trust to begin with? It didn't matter. Both of them were right. Of course, she had anticipated as much. The traitorous board members would be dealt with. But not by bounty hunters. Their vices would attract far more dangerous enemies. Though Nahri could explain none of that to the gentlebeings in front of her.

"I take your point, Mr. Arden," Nahri said. "They have already made one attempt on my life. Thanks to quick thinking by a guest of mine at the time, the assassins were... unsuccessful. The board will lay low for a time, lest their intentions be any more obvious." She pretended to think for a moment. In reality, she already had much dirt they could use to sully the board. But she took her time, giving the impression that it took much thought to come up with something. "Their grudge is not hard to figure out. Nalju Technologies had a stranglehold on Serenno's durasteel industry. My father was fond of making various deals with shipping corporations, allowing him to lower his price dramatically, drive his competitors out of business, and then buy up their assets for mere credits. He made a lot of enemies that way."

She turned now, to the Hutt. "As for making the board cower," she said, "perhaps we don't need bounties. The current members frequently vacation in a villa on Lianna, right here in Sith territory. There they engage in all sorts of," Her eyes twinkled, "illicit behavior. I hear the Empress is not particularly fond of this 'Wildfire' substance that's been floating about the black market. Perhaps one or two board members has an addiction. Perhaps they are having it shipped to their villa in clear violation of Imperial law. That would be an unfortunate discovery, would it not?"

Nahri hoped her implications were clear. She had no doubt the Hutt could procure the drug with ease; and he probably had an army of smugglers at his disposal to get the substance onto Lianna. No one would think twice about a murderous group of businessbeings shipping in illicit drugs. She would be a savior, the apple in the eye of the Empress, for ridding them and taking back what was always hers. Hell, the Sith might even get rid of them for her if she pointed the bloodhound in the right direction.

She shrugged, feigning frustration, adding dramatic sigh for seasoning. "Who's to tell?" Then, she fixed her gaze on Newton. "To Mr. Arden's point, there may be a way to advert the poison pill you spoke of. For instance, if you two were to purchase shares in the company. With me in control, you would profit from any successes of mine. Thoughts?" @The Good Doctor @Nor'baal
 

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Wildfire huh? Newton wasn't sure what that is aside from it's a some sort of substance, but apparently the Empress doesn't like it and outlawed it. Must be something, other than that this is the first time he's heard of it.

Anyways, as for the poison pill. Purchasing shares is a good one, NalTech can make credits well. Credits grow on trees for Newton, he has more than he knows what to do with these days. He's purchased vain things such as penthouse apartments, yachts, vacation homes like every other of the galaxy's 'ultra-rich', but still has tons of money left over. "I'm able to purchase whatever stake you need." he nodded his head, and then he would think about it. "Although... it would be pretty nice if after all this is settled, we could have special discounts or deals on products from NalTech, maybe some early access to new products too? The products in NalTech are interesting and I see a great deal of potential here with you in charge. And if this is agreed upon, I will definitely help you here with the stake and after it's all said and done, I'll be spending more of my credits at NalTech in the near future."

"Sound like a deal?
" he asked. Newton honestly found the products and technology more intriguing than the credits themselves. He makes a whole bunch, but he hardly ever sees tech that catches his eyes. If allowed this deal for discounts and early access, Nahri will no doubt see more credits go to her and her company in the long term should the company continue to push out good product. Maybe the Hutt too will be inclined to make big purchases as well as Newton. Newton doesn't buy/use only Blackwell products either as well.

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Reaching once more for the bowed table of food and drink, Nor'baal salivated as he listened to the assorted proposals being levied by his fellow schemers. If there was one thing Nor'baal liked more than eating, it was plotting. The revelation that Nalju held a stranglehold on the durasteel industry was something quite enticing to the Hutt, and he was more and more inclined to lend his financial aid as a result. Durasteel was one of the most useful resources in the entire galaxy, and under the correct circumstances, it could be immensely profitable.

<Dotkot baua heee jeejee caiot dokanu mee chaweka kohzana du bu Sihotkaai bapkaha, lwaa uba douaph bai neleu mee kae cay tah lhoie nanbaga.> the Hutt replied, in a way that implied she wasn't really going to have a choice but to go into the industry once again. <Hocan, mee bisatka bai bargon cay bu jaha doth kaa Jee chemant du mah lumpa see pacmakankag.> he agreed, a cunning gleam in his eye.

The glint vanished as Newton announced he could purchase 'whatever stake' was needed. Hocan maee tah cahwebe yae bahva bai doptkee woy ten! he thought, scowling at his drink as he considered having Newton served up for dinner. <Jeejee hatkocanh bauicaka kae cahla bavaka cay Newton.> he grumbled, referring to himself in third person, as a Hutt of his station should. <Jeejee hatkocanh woy tah hhe bu ahbenoy, setphah, kakau. Nobata setpanh noa-a catkiueke, whao jeejee dayan bai cohai cay uba, wa nagoza-ah bai bo dee poyen danko noa-a bahonha che uba, hee peee bai gahkesa bu pahapke 'kankahtmog' kankay ten.> he added.
 

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Overall, Nahri was pleased. The downfall of the traitorous board members was secured. With the purchase of shares in the company by both Mr. Arden and the Hutt, the remaining shares, enough to make her the largest shareholder, would be easy enough to acquire. Her return to the head of her father's company was nearly assured—along with some valuable, if not eccentric, new allies. Nahri grinned over the rim of her wineglass. She spoke first to the CEO of Blackwell Technologies.

"I am happy to draw up a contract between us, Mr. Arden, to ensure Blackwell Technologies obtains a suitable discount on all NalTech products and early access to new products as they come off the production lines." She looked between them both. "And I would, of course, sign an agreement with the both of you labeling you as 'preferred customers' so that you have access to restricted products that we don't typically sell to the general public." She continued now looking squarely at the Hutt. "For the illustrious Nor'baal, we could of course work this deal out through the necessary proxies to avoid any unfortunate press coverage for the both of us."

She believed they would find these terms acceptable. Once NalTech was up and running and under her command again, new technologies would flow out of it like magma from an active volcano. They would surely benefit. But there was one detail she was not willing to let pass. After all, everyone at this meeting was in need of discretion. "There is but one final term I would like to discuss," Nahri said. "Non-disclosure agreements. All three of us will agree not to speak about the terms of our arrangements, discussed this night, or any other facets of our business with one another. This necessary measure, I believe, will protect everyone's interests. Let the public speculate while we deal in private." She raised her wine glass, a wordless proposal of a toast. "Gentlemen, do we have an accord?" @Nor'baal @The Good Doctor
 

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This is a pretty good deal. He like this a lot. After nodding in agreement and asked if they are all in agreement. Newton would answer "Of course." Newton nodded his head. Her deals and terms are acceptable 'Preferred customer' will be nice to have with NalTech. The non-disclosure agreement was a non-issue issue for him to accept, he doesn't go around blabbing to anyone in earshot about confidential things. Maybe the Hutt might though..

In any case, Newton would raise his glass as well, partaking in the toast. If the Hutt is in agreement as well, he will then motion to clink the glasses together.

After this, Newton can look forward to getting his hands on some sweet new NalTech and profits to come

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Nor'baal audibly laughed as he signed the 'NDA'. <Besna, an see fah. Hocan, Jee gahkesa uba, kaee koutoze biweoo bai likah mah kacmuepeza wata yabee, wahca koi kankahpantanka mo tee, hatkocanh dabobaha fa ree momeu.> he added, the deal now agreed. He finished his drink, another good business venture signed off, and made his way home.

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Nahri raised a glass to toast their decision and smiled diplomatically over her glass. "Then gentlemen," she said. "It has been nice doing business with you. Here's to a productive relationship moving forward."

She concluded the meeting with that, allowing her guests to finish their drink and meals before personally escorting them out. Both of them would be powerful allies in the future, should she need it. And perhaps one day she would have similar uses to them. For now, she poured out another glass for herself, and drank deeply.

Toasting the first of many victories.

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