Incoming Transmission
Origin: LNW-NID-O-2: "Akhetaten"
Login ID: Commodore Christopher Edwards, Advisor
Recipient ID: Captain Reznik
Subject: Introductions
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Commodore Christopher Edwards
LNW-NID-O-2
Captain Reznik,
For an individual in the position that you are in, you're awfully and disrespectfully demanding. A good start would be to refer to me by my rank, as well as recognize the position you are in.
Why don't we give introductions a second try? I'll let you go first.
Commodore Christopher Edwards
LNW-NID-O-2
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Incoming Transmission
Origin: LNW-NID-O-2: "Akhetaten"
Login ID: Commodore Christopher Edwards, Advisor
Recipient ID: Captain Reznik
Subject: Introductions
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Commodore Christopher Edwards
LNW-NID-O-2
Captain Reznik,
I'm afraid to inform you that the standards outside of the rebellious movement you are part of are apparently way higher than what your "impression" was. Contrary to whatever you are used to, formalities have their importance within the Navy - of course with the proper context attached. Unlike the Insurgency, the Navy's high command has not abandoned us to fight for ourselves while they flee to the nearest ally to save their pitiful lives. It will be for the best of your own interests if "that feeling" ceases wearing off and returns to it's state before it begun doing so.
I can see how your defeat against the Akhetaten could lead you into second thoughts regarding your affiliation, but I'm not quite convinced, Captain. The terrorist organization you align with is responsible for the loss of the Delaware in addition to many Navy personnel and assets. You've been a thorn on our side from ever since I remember returning to active duty after the Gallic war. Surely you do not expect that you're going to take the Arbiter into a friendly trip to New York, hand over the ship to our intelligence and be done with it.
Your argument doesn't seem convincing enough, and the more I think the worse your case becomes. You do not care about Liberty. You do not care about the Republic's well being. You seek revenge against those that betrayed you by leaving you to die and rot on Veracruz.
Convince me that you're an asset I will want to have by my side.
Commodore Christopher Edwards
LNW-NID-O-2
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Incoming Transmission
Origin: LNW-NID-O-2: "Akhetaten"
Login ID: Commodore Christopher Edwards, Advisor
Recipient ID: Captain Reznik
Subject: Introductions
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Commodore Christopher Edwards
LNW-NID-O-2
Captain,
You must be smart enough to realize that the Insurgency's end will not come with the destruction of Veracruz and the liberation of Vespucci. For as long as the Insurgency's ideals remain remembered the movement will continue to exist. They might not be a direct threat to the Republic anymore, but the events that have been unfolding on Erie are proof that even an indirect threat can grow to be... bothersome.
I trust that you seek to break this cycle. It seems that you have rejected both the red pill and the blue and are instead looking at reality straight in the eyes. You do not wish to run away, neither do you wish to fight for your ideals.
Is it the war that made you realize they were wrong?
Is it sympathy for your crew?
Or is it the idea of artillery gunning down your home planet?
Was Liberty right all along, Captain, or are you seeking for a way to save yourself and your crew?
Commodore Christopher Edwards
LNW-NID-O-2
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Incoming Transmission
Origin: LNW-NID-O-2: "Akhetaten"
Login ID: Commodore Christopher Edwards, Advisor
Recipient ID: Captain Reznik
Subject: Introductions
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Commodore Christopher Edwards
LNW-NID-O-2
Captain,
Congratulations, you managed to convince me that you're not going to shoot me at the back when given the opportunity. You chose to be honest with me, so I shall be honest with you as well. My "word" does not mean much when it comes to what treatment you and your men will receive should you turn yourselves in. You're gonna have to convince quite a few more people.
Unfortunately for you, what our government views you as is very important on your endeavor. Are you certain you wish to continue in this route?
Commodore Christopher Edwards
LNW-NID-O-2
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Incoming Transmission
Origin: LNW-NID-O-2: "Akhetaten"
Login ID: Commodore Christopher Edwards, Advisor
Recipient ID: Captain Reznik, Forty-Sixth High Command
Subject: Introductions
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Commodore Christopher Edwards
LNW-NID-O-2
Captain,
I have taken the liberty of giving Forty-Sixth's High Command access to this communications channel as I have nothing more of value to add to this conversation. As I've told you already, you've managed to convince me that you will not be a thorn on my side or Liberty's side.
Command, I shall leave this matter to your highly capable hands.
Commodore Christopher Edwards
LNW-NID-O-2
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