To: Grand Duchy of Burgundy | From: Natio Octavarium

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Identification: Minister Victor Delacroix
Affiliation: Octavarium Intelligence Commission

To: Grand Duchy of Burgundy

Subject: Negotiations
Encryption: Quite Serious Indeed
Location: Canberra Star City, Tau-44

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Bonjour. I hope this message finds you in good health.

One of my men was recently contacted by a representative of Montluc Advanced Engineering. I believe they had something of a falling-out with you at some point recently. This representative indicated that they're interested in negotiations at a neutral location - they prefer Freeport 10 in Tau-37, but Monte Carlo Freeport should also be acceptable.

We would be happy to relay your response to them. We can also provide third-party security for the negotiations, if desired.

Minister Victor Delacroix
Octavarium Intelligence Commission

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