From: Hunter Wolff, Commanding Officer, SLF Lorelei
To: Matriarch Caroline Ross
Subject: Assurances
Encryption: Absolute
Matriarch Ross:
it is a pleasure to hear from you. Zealot, the only of your people I've gotten to know thus far, speaks highly of you. I'm pleased that you and I are finally in direct communication.
As I would for the Union, I would expect the Guard to act for its own protection, regardless of any prior pledge. I would never begrudge your defense of your people, as I am sure you do not begrudge me mine.
To provide you with a full detailing of the reasons for my request would require me to share information I cannot until I have your pledge, and the pledge of your Warden. What I can tell you right now is that I need to ascertain the willingness of several parties to allow the Union to resolve its own affairs. The Gaians proved themselves the most diplomatic and most reasonable during the peace discussions, and Zealot has proven your people's willingness to communicate and speak openly, and to hear as much as they talk. This is why I approach you first.
I realize this will come across as a bit vague and nebulous. It is not my intention. Right now, my primary goal is to protect the Union's interests and prevent further loss of life. All I can ask is that you trust those are my goals. If you need demonstration to earn such trust, let me know. I will do what is necessary to prove to the Guard my intentions are good.
Thank you for reaching out, Matriarch. I hope we can continue to remain in communication.
Sincerely,
Hunter Wolff