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Post by killer spork on Sept 12, 2015 13:06:03 GMT -6
President elect Sidow leaned back in his chair, surveying the cabinet room. It had yet to be filled with ministers but already the Asteran National Front was moving forward with a field of candidates to fill its positions. Relations between the ANF and PUF were growing more tense with street battles taking places across Asteran cities everyday. Like a whipped dog, the army seemed to be staying out of the violence for so far. It had only issued an appeal calling for calm in this 'period of transition'. Yes, this was a period of transition. One that would finally free Asteron from the clutches of the Red menace and the smothering tentacles of communism. At last reason had prevailed (along with heavy influx of outside cash). Jacobus was scheduled to make a speech calling for national unity. In a few weeks, he would be assuming the office of President. It remained to be seen how long he would keep the office. The RWU had already denounced the election results and the new President of Asteron feared yet another invasion. Thus, he had summoned the Wuxianese emissary to discuss terms for economic and military support for his regime.
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Post by zurajai on Sept 12, 2015 15:39:41 GMT -6
"Most-Respected President elect Jacobus Sidow," cooed the Ambassador as he bowed low, "I am Ambassador Hyu Qao Me. I humbly wish to serve as the intermediary between your great nation and the Yuyan's Resplendent Empire. What is it that the Most-Respected President Elect has need of this day?"
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Post by killer spork on Sept 12, 2015 15:55:50 GMT -6
'' Ambassador Hyu Qao Me. " Sidow said, returning the bow (albeit a smaller one) before motioning for the ambassador to sit. '' The coming days will be trying ones for Asteron. The Union is in desperate need of funds to ensure its continued independence in the face of RWU aggression. Already they denounce my government as false and are attempting to stir up rebellion and anarchy on the streets of my city. I would like to deepen our security ties by having Wuxianese intelligence agents work with my own military by serving as advisers. The armies resources have been devastated by the Hive Wars and it will need time to recover.'' Not to mention, it would take Sidow time to purge the army of old regime loyalists. For now, he couldn't touch them but nor could he trust them.
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Post by zurajai on Sept 12, 2015 16:06:31 GMT -6
"My Government sees this vast, democratic change as a sign," spoke Hyu in response, having taken his seat and listened patiently, "Your people are tired of oppression and seek the best path for them. The Most-Benevolent Yuyan believes this to be wise as all people have a path best meant for them. Compromise, however, must be achieved to keep the RWU at bay. As per your request, the Chancellery has given the Office of Intelligence the freedom to act in the best interest of the people of Asteron; your honorable people have suffered great pains and our Benevolent Yuyan seeks to see your wounds healed."
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Post by killer spork on Sept 12, 2015 17:29:26 GMT -6
'' Naturally, we are grateful for whatever assistance the Most-Benevolent Yuyan can bestow upon the Union in these troubled times. However , I expect the Office of Intelligence to coordinate their efforts with Asteran military intelligence. It's only by working together to purge the Union of RWU agents that we can achieve the best results. '' Besides, there was no love lost between the Army and the RWU. If it was one thing that Sidow could count on, it was their cooperation in ridding the country of the much maligned rabble rousers of the RWU. '' Will the Most Benevolent One approach the RWU on our behalf? Pressure may need to be applied... I seek no conflict with the Workers Union but nor will Asteron be a puppet state of Ayar bureaucrats in Victory City. I have received a mandate from the people and I intend to act upon it.''
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Post by zurajai on Sept 12, 2015 18:14:57 GMT -6
"That is, of course, partly why the Chancellor has sent me here. The Most Benevolent Yuyan seeks balance and prosperity for all and he would be greatly troubled if war were to break out between your peoples. In such an effort he intends to bring your two governments together in a summit during his visit to the RWU. There he will bridge the gap between your peoples so that prosperity may flourish and the people may benefit most of all."
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Post by killer spork on Sept 12, 2015 18:51:58 GMT -6
'' Asteron has no wish for war. Especially not with the Ayar, they helped us greatly during our battle against the Hive. However, I cannot stand for RWU manipulations for my country. I am for fair and equal relations. Which is why I must ask a request. The RWU can and will attempt to choke the life from my governments coffers as they did when we signed a free trade agreement with Denova. If the Ayar ends their agreement with us, would the Wuxian be willing to step in? In addition, the Asteran Navy is in need of funds to support the development of new weapons that would at last fill the gap in our defenses. I would ask the Wuxian to contribute one billion credits to the Asteran military (1 credit). ''
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Post by zurajai on Sept 12, 2015 20:47:17 GMT -6
"Wuxianese harbors remain open to those who hold peace and prosperity close to their hearts. As per your request for funds, such funding is trivial and one the Chancellor would be happy to provide on order to support the defense of the Asteron peoples. The funds will be transferred within the day."
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