To: The Core || From: Ingenuus Research Group

[Ingenuus Research Group]

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To whom it may concern,
In light of a few recent events, and the overall stagnation of our disagreements, I would like to propose an idea. You have had your way with Finn McCool, his clear humiliation and defeat against your personnel has more than justified penance for his opinions of your conglomerate. I tend to believe a different set of ideals. It doesn't take a genius to recognize that our conflicts together hinder both of us from our full potential, with our operations and gathering almost completely cut off, and the cost of your imposition of influence to keep it so. I'm sure the civilian populations caught in the struggle between Core and Zoner can agree that we must do something different if we wish to move forward. So the idea I'm proposing is that we, obviously, have some sort of collaboration. We greatly need the resources available in the Edge Worlds to continue our group's original purpose, and I believe you will find that our offer is more than sufficient. I'm willing to offer a tithe, if you will, of resources gathered if you will allow us nearly unhindered operation within the Omicrons. That is with the exception of Rho; I acknowledge that a home system such as yours shouldn't have unwelcome guests. With our corporation capable of efficiently harvesting the nearby Azurite and Iridium, we could lower your operation costs significantly; we may not be able to offer you significant credits to buy your support, as your equity with APM is far beyond ours, however, any sane businessperson knows not to waste an opportunity. I'm sure if the public appeal of The Core improved among Zoners, your influence would be equally bolstered. Not to mention it would allow your forces to focus your efforts on your actual enemies.
Of course, I'm not truly in a position to negotiate, but hopefully we can reach an agreement of mutually satisfactory terms.

Best of luck,
Dr. James Erzie
Director; Acting CEO
Ingenuus Research Group

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