First, I'll get the less important thing out of the way. I encountered a Gunboat of Corsair design in Dublin. It was committing piracy and even killed a trader in front of my very eyes. I would not let this stand and I opened fire. My guns ripped him apart, his shield and hull no match for the superiority of the Red October. hit after hit sealed the pirates fate.
Now, the more important thing. I was contacted by a Mandalorian who did not reveal his name. He gave me this message to relay to high command.
Apparently this Mandalorian captured Commissar Bethune from his previous captures and wants money, of all things. That's to be expected of a Mercenary of course. While he gave no guarantee that he did in fact have Bethune, the Mandalorians aren't particularly known for being liars. It's atleast investigating. I'm awaiting further orders on how to deal with this issue.