Nick Tate sat in the bar in Rochester, trying to observe the young man two tables away. Nick has a special reason for his interest in the fellow. A friend had contacted him and told him about a certain Xavier Phelps.
Several things the friend had told Nick generated his interest. Xavier Phelps was a newcomer to Sirius, and was trying to befriend the Junkers. According to Nicks friend, the man was a bit of a rebel. He was also intelligent, outspoken, and eager to learn. All of those qualities made Xavier Phelps a likely candidate for the Slavers Union, especially his disenchantment with the outdated laws and policies of the current House governments.
Nick finally rose and walked over to the mans table. Pardon me, sir, but Ive heard through the grapevine that youre interested in the junk trade