Posted by Rear Admiral CockRoach (Storyteller) in Main Sim - Freedom Colony - Mayoral Building
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”..My point Lord Byron, is that whether we choose to join this new Federation of there’s or not shouldnt matter, what does matter is what form our colony takes in the galaxy around us. Whether we join or not the galaxy will move on around us. We lack any sizable means of expanding without help, and you must admit if the Orions or those Naussicans ever chose to act on their strong arming ‘words of peace’ they keep saying the past months when they ‘were just passing by’, we are ill equipped to defend ourselves. No matter how much you think otherwise..” He went on.

”..Bah, the Orions are but merchants! Tough I admit, but they just want to see their bottom line met, a bit of true negoiations with them would see us cut a fair deal for both parties I am sure!” Byron said.

”..Maybe so, but what about the Naussicans? What if they are not so willing to tow the line that their seemingly Orion masters set hmm?” the old man challenged.

”..Bah, those brutes hardly had the ships to challenge a decently armed Earth Merchant ship before we came out here! Only in groups or whatever were they a threat. We can handle them..” he said.

The old councilor was about to reply again when a chirp came from the XO’s communicator....

Myasnikov cleared his throat and said “Gentlemen, if I may… Orions are not simple merchants. They are known slavers and smugglers. There have been a few… incidents… concerning them over the past years. And it is not out of the realm of possibility that the Naussicans are, perhaps, in their employ. This arraignment would not be uncommon for the two cultures.” and he looked around, trying to get a feel for what the people in the room were feeling.

“I do not say this to try and scare or intimidate you, gentle-people. That is a foolish path that only serves to waste both of our times. I merely want you to have a clear and concise understanding of the cultures you find yourself dealing with. ” and he looked at the XO and then back to the assembly. “Ladies and gentlemen, we were sent here to establish contact and offer any aid that we can. Not to tell you how to live your lives. That being said, you have to acknowledge that your colony is isolated from most other governments and cultures at the moment. But not forever, as our presence and that of the Orions and Naussicans can attest to. These entities are not stagnant in their growth, and you already have evidence that you will not be left alone by some despite your requests. We will honor whatever decision you make. But you need to make your decision based on all the available information.”

“In the years since you last spoke to Earth and it’s allies, many things have changed. Some for the worse, but mostly for the good. We are not perfect, and we are not trying to appear as ‘saviors’ of any kind. You do not need to be saved. You have created a viable and vibrant community that has lasted long on it’s own. We are only offering you a chance to have a voice in what happens beyond your own skies… a say in what effects your future; because what happens out there will undoubtedly effect what happens right here. But we are here only offer you that choice, and to assist you as one neighbor to another. It is up to you to decide. We simply want to be a part of your future, as much as we want you to be a part of ours.”

Myasnikov’s reply seemed to mute the mutterings of the Council for a moment, finally the old Councilor that had earlier voiced his thoughts to Byron spoke up, “..Councilors, Mayor Carolina I would make a motion that we call a vote on whether to further accept any help these fine folks might offer us..”

After a pause Byron seeming smug still said, “…Yes I agree, one way or another I would second the vote to end this debating. There are more important things for one of my stature to attend too anyhow!”

”..Very well..” Mayor Carolina said, “..the motion for a vote on the decision of accepting the aide of this Federation of Planets, from the Unity is made, all in favor?” she asked raising her own hand, the old man did also.

After a moment she added, “..All oppose?” she asked. This time Byron, and the other woman with him raised their hand, two to two in each camp, but then surprisingly and perhaps most frustrating to Byron as he glared, the remaining 5 members present spoke up one by one abstaining from voting, abstaining until they had a better read on what this Federation and the Unity could provide and they in exchange provide. “..It would seem for now this call of vote is dead locked, until such time as as clear majority better learns of our future with this Federation. Until then it is my continuing choice that the Unity and the Federation are for now welcome here, and their help if offered is still accepted..”

Byron rose with a ‘bah!’ followed by the other woman both leaving in a huff of annoyance. The rest quietly filed out too after a moment, the older man in support bowing to the group politely with a reply of. “..Until later then..” he said, nodding to Carolina who remained behind.

Another comm chirp echoed from the XO’s comm unit, then followed by another for the rest of the team

Myasnikov sighed and looked at the XO as the communicator chirped, then gave a startled look as his own did so as well. He opened the device and said =/\= Myasnikov to Unity. Go ahead. =/\=

Wonder what this is =v= This is the XO. Send it.=v=

=/\= This is Captain Barks, we just finished moving the targeted war hulks into stable orbits with orbital thrusters on them for extra insurance, but we just began to pick up odd energy readings that might be weapons fire near the sensor/comm arrays for the colony near the hills, Commander, I’ve already ordered Lt Astid and her team to check it out, worrying though is that some kind of interference is preventing deeper scans and comm links to those there. If you’re not into anything pressing you may want to meet up with the Lieutenant and check it out. =/\= He said.

After the XO’s reply he added, =/\= Any other updates I should be aware of? =/\= he then asked.

OOC: Bump!

GM CockRoach

More trouble. =V= We will make our way there immediately Captain. The colonies council is still deciding whether or not they wish to remain it =v=

Lt Cmdr Naana Bav Glindorsh (XO/CSO)