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Good day Madam President -

I'm honored that you yourself have taken the time t' respond t' my comm. I'll cut straight t' the contents of the message, so as not t' waste your time.

The project, code named "Lightspear", is a joint effort with members of the now absorbed Crimson Cross and ourselves t' work on the Storta-class' unique quantum singularity reactor, which I have been informed are only created near the Razgriz abyss, hence the misunderstanding on why I was near the Abyss itself. The project is an attempt t' strengthen said Quantum drive so as t' not destroy itself upon shut down, as well as use the singularity t' create a gamma-ray burst cannon for an experimental vessel. Quite exciting work, if I do say so myself. I would though be interested t' hear about what other installations you may have that would make relocating such a project worth while.

Anyway, on t' other matters. I, as well as members of the IRG, thank you for allowing our research vessel t' enter Maltese space. Per your demand, we will of course stay away from the aforementioned locations. With regards the Ingenuus Cloak, while I would be more relieved had you said only under extreme circumstances can the cloak be used, I will of course respect your wishes and not activate our cloaking field in Maltese space.

Though that does lead me t' your final point, about Nomads being somewhat common in Maltese space. I understand there is a... how should I say, agreement? Where upon Nomads do not engage you, nor you them. Such agreement though does not provide benefit for us, and as such I do wonder as well as am cautious about possible attacks on IRG vessels from Nomads in your space. Should such an incident occur, I would humbly request that we be allowed t' use our cloaking device in order t' safely navigate away from attacks that threaten our safety. Of course, if such an attack and subsequent use of of our cloaking devices occur, a formal report will be submitted t' Council Intelligence, should such an agreement be made.

Thank you for your time again madam President, and I look forward t' speaking with you soon.

Safe skies.

Finn McCool
Ingenuus Research Group

COMM-ID: Marietta Mercante
TARGET-ID: Finn McCool

I apologize on behalf of the Council. You will understand that the President is a busy woman and therefore prone to have a tight schedule, and thus matters that do not directly pertain to the higher ranks are, of course, delegated to those with sufficient time on their hands. To clarify, the prohibition of cloaking devices as described in the newly imposed laws of the National Council of Malta is in place to prevent entities from clandestinely entering restricted areas. While I personally agree that it is problematic to enforce, I would nevertheless urge you to heed the advice given by the President and refrain from using any cloaking technology. While we deem it unlikely for the Nomads to actively show hostilities towards you unless you have wronged them in some way, which is why the aforementioned devices really work to your detriment, we agree that, in case of such an event, you are permitted to use the device. Note that the National Council of Malta does not take responsibility for any damage your vessel might sustain while the device charges. Alternatively, you could just use Maltese technology and identifications over your stay, which would make things infinitely easier.

Now, in regards to accomodations for the project: We could offer your people to work on Galicia Research Station. Not only would this installation house proper equipment for scientific work, it would also be less cramped, which would at least be something that I would appreciate. It's location is also rather advantageous, as its location is rather quiet. If you agree to the transfer, please notify us over this channel and the necessary preparations can be started.

Also, how was that drink you took with you from Valetta? Never really been one for anything but water myself, really.

Marietta Mercante
Corsica Intelligence Division

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-_-_-_-_-: Sender: Finn McCool :-_-_-_-_-

Greetings again Mrs. Mercante -

I expected some delay from the President, given her status, so not t' worry.

As t' the matter of our cloaking devices, I appreciate the willingness of the Council t' allow such use of our cloaks, in the extreme case that something like that should occur. Obviously I hope that such an incident never comes t' pass, but it is better t' be prepared for such a case, rather than not have discussed it prior and a bigger mess is created because of such.

With regards the project on Ibiza, I'm very pleased and grateful for your offer t' utilize the Galicia Research facilities. Given the quite limited and cramped space on Ibiza, I'm sure the team there will be very pleased upon hearing they'll be moving t' dedicated laboratories and bigger space with which t' work. On our end, we would be very pleased t' accept and relocate, though I can't speak for those we're working with, notably Mr. Callahan, formerly of the Cross. Him and Inquisitor Espinosa were the ones who brought the IRG into the project, so ultimately they would have final say.

I'll reach out t' them if you would like, and will see if such a relocation endeavor is feasible.

until then, Safe skies.

Finn McCool
Ingenuus Research Group