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Nicolas Clément

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The planet Simbarc is a relatively unknown world compared to most. Of course that's natural when it lies on the Outer Rim. It was located close to the Ash Worlds, but located just off the border with the Free Worlds. Theres two main things that Simbarc has, ores and casinos. Senator Clément was late in getting this meeting set up with a representative of the governor of the world, but better late than never right? But anyways, this seems an odd place for a meeting to establish a trade deal though, casino? This trade deal is for the benefit of New Alderaan and the FWA though, so he would accept.

Nicolas would be waiting for his partner, the good representative of Lothal, Cal Starros in the lobby of the casino. Nicolas was wearing a nice tuxedo, fitting for the atmosphere. Lots of colored lights, lots of people gambling in the backgrounds .etc Nicolas remembers doing a bunch of gambling during his time on Zeltros back when he was younger, among other things. The younger him would pour tons of credits whimsically in the machines hoping for a jackpot, but he didn't get anything. The younger him still wouldn't be able to resist them. Nicolas would then eye the slot machines, he would grit his teeth. Still tempting.

He would shift his eyes and wait for his partner, checking his chrono should be soon.

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Cal Starros

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"Five thousand? Senator, Mrs. Starros would not app -"

"Well, we must make sure we don't lose it all then Sanna." the Senator responded with a mischievous grin, as his long-suffering aide groaned. "Do you have no faith in my great mathematical mind Sanna?" he added, as he walked into the casino with a discerning swagger.

"We'll, I don't think you've ever actually gambled before it all Sir." she added.

Sanna wasn't wrong - but there was a first time for everything; right?

"Well, after the days business, you'll see my great prowess at the tables. Beginners luck and all that." he chuckled, enjoying winding her up. Truth be told, he had no intention of gambling, it was a vice he never entertained, but he still enjoyed a wind up as much as the next person.

Spotting his partner, Senator Clément, he walked over to him and extended his hand in greeting. "Senator Clément, please excuse my tardiness. These places are like a mase!" he said warmly "Have you met Sanna? My aide - my wife tells me that Sanna here is the only reason I even get close to on time for anything." Starros introduced his advisor and aide, eager to ensure she was included in the discussions of the day.
 

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Nicolas would then smile as he would see his partner for the day, the good Senator of Lothal. "No worries Senator Starrlos! I feel you" he would shake his Lothal counterpart's warmly. Then he would turn his eyes towards his aid Sanna "Nice to meet you as well Sanna" he would extand his hand towards her "Yeah, I need an assistant to help me manage my time as well. After all, so much to do, so little time..." he would lightly chuckle.

It just so happens that the person they are meeting with is late as well. "Hello there" a voice would be heard nearby, a small alien seemingly appeared out of thin air, he appeared refined and had a partciarlly posh-like accent. "You two are the Senators I am meeting with yes? I am Retrih Surr. Lets come come over here" the small alien would woddle over towards a booth, gesturing them to follow him. He would then climb on top of the seat of the booth and then stand on the seats. If the Senators would come over. "So, now that we here, what is it you FWA people want?"

Nicolas would take a seat. He is somewhat surprised, he doesn't even know what alien species this person is. It's a big galaxy after all. "Greetings, pleasure to met you. I'm Senator Clément of New Alderaan, and this is Senator Starros of Lothal." Nicolas would just get down to it "See, New Alderaan's own shipwright is looking at expanding it's facilities and increase production. We are looking to see about your ores and metals and we are prepared to trade." he would nod hs head towards the diminutive alien.

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Introductions out of the way, the two Senators were soon greeted by the person with whom they were due to meet. Starros had to admit, the New Alderaan Senator was someone with whom he enjoyed working; and just as well, given the proximity of their worlds, and the shared ethos of their people. Whilst the comparison between Lothal and New Alderaan was a compelling one, both had suffered historic maltreatment under the Empire, Starros always felt a pang of heartbreak when he considered the people of Alderaan, and their historic struggle.

It was why he was always happy to step up and support the world and its people.

He took his seat when invited to, and waited for Senator Clément to make his introduction to the diminutive alien, before speaking himself "I echo the thanks of Senator Clément, it is always a pleasure to be in the company of someone as accomplished as yourself. From my experience, trade is one of the best ways by which we can improve the lives of our citizens. I myself have seen the quality of the products of the New Alderaan shipyards, and the passion with which its people take to their labours." he laid the flattery on thick, seeking to draw attention to the good use the resources of the world the alien represented would see, before continuing.

"And as you know, we live in exceptional times, and friendships, such as the one we may form here today, are what bind us together."

"Well that's quite the pitch, Senators. However, I must admit to being somewhat perplexed. I was not away of the New Alderaan shipyards, or what they have to do with the good people of Lothal?" Retrih Surr responded politely. Starros had expected such a retort and had prepared in kind. He smiled "I understand completely. Both Lothal and New Alderaan have a shared interest in ensuring the economic stability of our immediate space. If I may speak plainly?"

Surr nodded, and Starros continued.

"Lothal is an agricultural world, with some small mining concerns, and a degree of starfighter manufacturing. This enables us to contribute to the shared defence of our space in our own limited way. New Alderaan however, seeks to expand on its own natural capability, and bring a more robust range of ships to the region. It is a mutual benefit, Lothal and New Alderaan gain from this arrangement, providing jobs, but perhaps in these trying times, more importantly, security, to our region."
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Nicolas would nod in approval of his good friend's words. Retrih Surr would then reply again. "I see. So, then what do you two have to offer us then?" the smaller alien would then climb on the table and then sit down. "Lets hear it" he would gersture for them to bring the offers to them.

The Senator for New Alderaan didn't take this person to give things unless it gave material benefit and gratification sooner rather than later. Still, New Alderaan has things it can trade for, or can with the right assurances. "Lets see here, we have high quality goods we can export. We have electronics, some medicines, and some of the fine arts."

The Senator wasn't blind, the alien stroking his chin as if he's waiting to hear more about what they had to offer, he didn't seem to impressed with what Nicolas said. "Or perhaps, I can get the New Alderaan Royal Engineers to provide your government with some of our finest starships." Nicolas would then take out a hologram projector and lay it on the table, and it would project an image of a Starblossom yacht. "The Starblossom class yacht. A nice luxury transport, one fit for a King. This is one of our most recognizable designs."

Mr. Surr would adjust his monocole as he would be looking at the design, he likes what he sees. "Well, that is impressive." he would then move around the table to examine other details of it. "Art sounds goods, could use some more decoration around here. The ships are good, electronics sounds fine. Still, for what you are wanting you are going, you are going to need an awful lot of raw material. What else do you have to offer?" It was true, they were asking for a lot. Nicolas would then ponder what next.

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Keeping silent as their contact went through with Nicolas what each party could offer one another. New Alderaan was certainly able to offer more alluring items for the trade than Lothal, a fact of which Cal was aware long before he entered into the discissions - yet, he could still bring something to the table. "One of the best ways in which Lothal can be of aid, is through the skills of our people. Whilst many assume we are a world of farmers, there is in fact a technology sector that attracts the best and the brightest of the sector. A migration treaty, or work visas, with your people, would enable those Lothalites to share their skills. However, on the subject of farming, we can come into our own there, and support with the supply of high yield grain and fruit seeds for you, helping to make your people more self-sufficient in their food production."

In these troubling times, planetary self-sufficiency was probably more of a big deal than Cal realised.

"Furthermore, Lothal has always been a reliable ally in difficult times. The AMS is no different, and we are presently engaged in talks to expand on the relief efforts, with Lothal serving as a regional base of operations for the Mercy Fleets and the MorataCorp vaccine production. Whilst we cannot promise to increase supply for you directly, I hope this would serve as a clear indicator of our approach. We understand, as do my friends in New Alderaan, the cooperation between worlds makes miracles happen, and we would be delighted to extend that cooperation, to you."
 

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The little alien was stroking his chin as he was sitting down, he was getting a lot of offers. "Hmmmm" he said, contemplating... One would think that with all that it would be enough, but the alien's expression was neutral. As if he had a very good sabacc face. The little alien would then stand up. "Alright then" he said with a bored expression. "You all have a lot on the table, we are almost there... almost. I have one more request now that I am thinking about it... " the alien stroked it's chin. "I would like... for your planets to ensure that any travel/migration barriers between us do not exist and will not exist in the future. We want your citizens to be able to come here and have a good time. We want any citizens that want to come over here to work to be free to do so. And to live here if so they desire. That is my final condition. If you want all the material..." the diminutive alien then chuckled.

Nicolas saw what the other wanted. This is a casino planet, and this alien wants to ensure while they are getting other benefits from trade, they wanted more customers. More customers for them means more credits to steal via their casinos. And if they had more workers for the mines, then that would serve them well as well. So as long as those barriers are nonexistent, the trade will flow, Nicolas would accept. "On behalf of New Alderaan, I accept those conditions." He simply stated, he would look towards his partner Cal.

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There was no doubt in the Lothalites mind that a deal such as this was mutually beneficial for all parties involved, with free movement of people as something he could sell with great ease to his Government. Cal, therefore, had no reservations when he replied:

"I can comfortably say that I am pleased to say, on behalf of Lothal, that this deal is acceptable to us. Sir, thank you for your openness, and for the good-natured negotiations today. Might I suggest, a celebration of this deal is in order?"

OOC - A short reply, but cannot really think of anything else to say!
 
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