Open The Middle Man

[Dex Sixir]

Dex stood at the end of the long dining table, awaiting the long response of the people he stood in front of. Most of them were part of the Banking Clan, others, mafia bosses, or heads of smaller crime groups. Over the chatter, he said, in a loud voice, “I can ASSURE you, aligning with the Pykes is a strong move for you and your wealth.” He said, then continued. “We can give you spice, and free of charge for your first orders! Our smuggling easily gets through the New Republic security, as we’ve been around for ages.” He now had everyone’s attention. “As you know, we are one of the famous Five Syndicates, you know you can trust us.” He sat back down on his seat, and rested his arm, studying the conversations of the others, some even nodding in approval. After waiting and the minute, he received a signal from his droid. “Uh, master?” The droid said through the com-link. “Yes, you idiot. I’m in a meeting.” He growled. “Well, there’s someone who wants to talk with you.” The droid continued, not affected by the response from Dex. “What could be more IMPORTANT than this MEETING, DROID?” He shouted and smashed the com-link, and received angry looks from some of the others. He took a deep breath, and stood up and said to the others, “Well, I have an urgent call, I must go downstairs.” He said, leaving the destroyed com-link smashed on the table.