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Mona.Carter... been a while since I've seen that name. This person took me on a guide around Omicron Lost and showed me a giant asteroid in Omicron Delta quite some time ago. During that time, they said that their life is going to change and it might be the last time I see them. So you can imagine my surprise that they've seen the public Starfliers page and want to contract us for a one-time job. Details are below, though that unknown piece of whatever it is hiding away in Kiribati Asteroid Field... I managed to take a visual record of it. Looks alien, so I'm recording this to say, stay away from the field. . .
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[19.11.2021 12:31:12] Mona.Carter: :: incoming transmission :: source: FP11 LRR :: [Y]/[N]
[19.11.2021 12:31:53] '\S/'Sol: Leon: Hmm? Signature looks very familiar. *Hits "[Y]"*
[19.11.2021 12:32:59] Mona.Carter: :: [A helmeted redhead appears on the screen. Bloodshot eyes.] :: Long time no see. Are you open for business? ::
[19.11.2021 12:33:56] '\S/'Sol: Leon: Wait a second... you're the one who showed me that radioactive hole in Delta a few months ago, right?
[19.11.2021 12:34:47] Mona.Carter: :: That and other things. Other times. I've heard you got your own establishment going on now. I could use your services. ::
[19.11.2021 12:35:26] '\S/'Sol: Leon: That's right. Managed to squeeze my installation into an independent system. Should come visit sometime.
[19.11.2021 12:35:38] '\S/'Sol: Leon: What do you need?
[19.11.2021 12:36:04] Mona.Carter: :: That would be problematic for you. But maybe some day I will. :: I need to get places, without going through places. ::
[19.11.2021 12:37:26] '\S/'Sol: Leon: A little cryptic, but I'll bite. What kind of info are you after?
[19.11.2021 12:38:04] Mona.Carter: :: Not information, logistics. I can not afford travelling through House Space to get where I need to. ::
[19.11.2021 12:39:03] '\S/'Sol: Leon: Would it be best to contact me over the secure channel? Not risk long-distance chatter.
[19.11.2021 12:39:25] Mona.Carter: :: If you insist. I was hoping to get it done as fast as possible. ::
[19.11.2021 12:40:24] '\S/'Sol: Leon: Us Starfliers work fast, trust me. An encrypted signal would be best.
[19.11.2021 12:40:58] '\S/'Sol: Leon: Got me very curious though.
[19.11.2021 12:42:02] Mona.Carter: :: I can't tell you many details, especially on a permament communication platform. ::
[19.11.2021 12:42:22] Mona.Carter: :: You can promise all you want that you will wipe the exchange afterwards, but I am well aware of how it goes regardless. :
[19.11.2021 12:42:52] '\S/'Sol: Leon: If you insist.
[19.11.2021 12:44:00] '\S/'Sol: Leon: Didn't think I'd hear from you again after our last conversation in Delta. So what specifically were you after?
[19.11.2021 12:44:08] Mona.Carter: :: To be frank with you, at the place where I find myself it is difficult to not sound like a lunatic, if I were to start-
[19.11.2021 12:44:31] Mona.Carter: -explaining. I am trying my best this very moment to sound... cohesive. ::
[19.11.2021 12:45:01] '\S/'Sol: Leon: Well I'm following so far, wouldn't worry about it too much... yet?
[19.11.2021 12:45:09] Mona.Carter: :: There are things not to be shared with the ones of certain interests. ::
[19.11.2021 12:46:47] Mona.Carter: :: You have proven to be pragmatic in your curiosity, pragmatic to your kind. And that is what I expected you to provide. ::
[19.11.2021 12:48:30] '\S/'Sol: Leon: I have a modicum of respect for most. Good that's been noticed at least.
[19.11.2021 12:50:29] Mona.Carter: :: If you demand of me to shed some light onto my journey and goals, I can show you one thing. That or hard credits. ::
[19.11.2021 12:51:27] '\S/'Sol: Leon: Another trip through a system with you does sound nice. Though right now, I'm curious as to what you need me for.
[19.11.2021 12:51:49] '\S/'Sol: Leon: Especially when it sounds time-sensitive.
[19.11.2021 12:52:45] Mona.Carter: :: From what I gathered from your public enterprise I assume you have the capability for... making travel more convenient-
[19.11.2021 12:52:54] Mona.Carter: -quicker for those who need such. ::
[19.11.2021 12:53:35] '\S/'Sol: Leon: The Bustard-Class you saw a few months ago can perform such feats, yes.
[19.11.2021 12:53:53] '\S/'Sol: Leon: In fact, it's still operational.
[19.11.2021 12:54:29] Mona.Carter: :: I am in a rather sensitive situation, not having to travel in person through half of the civilized sectors would make things
[19.11.2021 12:54:34] Mona.Carter: -much easier for me. ::
[19.11.2021 12:55:04] '\S/'Sol: Leon: Fair enough, so where's the pickup point and destination?
[19.11.2021 12:55:36] Mona.Carter: :: Let's talk payment first. I will leave you the liberty to choose, thank the sentiments. ::
[19.11.2021 12:56:14] '\S/'Sol: Leon: We'll say twenty million. That should pay for the fuel.
[19.11.2021 12:56:43] Mona.Carter: :: Cash it is, then. ::
[19.11.2021 12:56:54] Mona.Carter: :: I expect no further questions in that case, though. ::
[19.11.2021 12:57:32] '\S/'Sol: Leon: Your business is your own, still after a pickup and destination point.
[19.11.2021 12:58:51] Mona.Carter: :: Delta or neighbouring Omicrons, to Freeport 14, Inverness. ::
[19.11.2021 12:59:21] '\S/'Sol: Leon: I can meet you in Delta, Inverness is an issue.
[19.11.2021 12:59:52] '\S/'Sol: Leon: Closest I can get you is either Cortez or Coronado, both lead into Inverness.
[19.11.2021 13:00:56] Mona.Carter: :: I will have to think about it, then. I dont have much room for mishaps. ::
[19.11.2021 13:01:34] '\S/'Sol: Leon: If your ship is small enough, just stay docked on my Bustard. I'll fly you in.
[19.11.2021 13:07:25] Mona.Carter: :: You do not mind possible consequences? ::
[19.11.2021 13:08:19] '\S/'Sol: Leon: I'll deal with whatever may happen.
[19.11.2021 13:08:44] '\S/'Sol: Leon: Let me get my crew together on the NX-01 and I'll meet you at the Freeport in Delta.
[19.11.2021 13:10:55] '\S/'NX-01: Leon: Vessel is ready for travel. Jumping to Delta.
[19.11.2021 13:11:33] Mona.Carter: :: I am on my way myself. ::
[19.11.2021 13:11:40] '\S/'NX-01: Ensign: Jump coils are... uhh... charging.
[19.11.2021 13:11:44] Mona.Carter: :: I forgot about an important detail. ::
[19.11.2021 13:11:57] '\S/'NX-01: Leon: Do tell.
[19.11.2021 13:12:11] '\S/'NX-01: Ensign: Jump coils ready!
[19.11.2021 13:12:12] '\S/'NX-01: Leon: Punch it.
[19.11.2021 13:12:36] Mona.Carter: :: I suppose it would be prudent. What I carry might prove very disturbing. I would appreciate confidentiality. ::
[19.11.2021 13:13:42] '\S/'NX-01: Leon: I'll level with you, only this conversation will be recorded. Everything else will be left out.
[19.11.2021 13:14:22] '\S/'NX-01: Leon: The servers on board Starflier Base will make sure no one ever reads them.
[19.11.2021 13:14:34] Mona.Carter: :: I hope your bridge officers will be as discreet. ::
[19.11.2021 13:15:06] Mona.Carter: :: I am short on funds - they stopped to matter that much nowadays.-
[19.11.2021 13:15:42] Mona.Carter: - I am willing to hint on what paths I take and why, considering you seem like a solid fellow. If you'd lower the price. ::
[19.11.2021 13:15:54] '\S/'NX-01: Leon: You can trust us. Perhaps we can arrange another form of repayment?
[19.11.2021 13:16:35] Mona.Carter: :: I will show you the beginning of the path. I know you will not take it yourself, but perhaps you will at least understand. :
[19.11.2021 13:16:49] Mona.Carter: :: I will leave it to you how valuable you deem this. ::
[19.11.2021 13:17:27] '\S/'NX-01: Leon: Whatever you say. I'm 25k's out, see you soon.
[19.11.2021 13:19:20] '\S/'NX-01: Leon: Good to meet you again.
[19.11.2021 13:19:33] Mona.Carter: I'd guess you would invest in some hull maintenance by now.
[19.11.2021 13:19:48] '\S/'NX-01: Leon: Best in the market.
[19.11.2021 13:19:53] Mona.Carter: It does look a little lest smoldered, I give you that.
[19.11.2021 13:19:58] Mona.Carter: Less, rather.
[19.11.2021 13:20:26] '\S/'NX-01: Leon: Ah, I see you operate a vessel similar to what we have.
[19.11.2021 13:20:27] Mona.Carter: How many lives do you take responsibility for, aboard?
[19.11.2021 13:21:18] '\S/'NX-01: Leon: On this ship we're managing with three. A lot of equipment means less space for a big crew.
[19.11.2021 13:21:32] Mona.Carter: Curious. Such a big vessel.
[19.11.2021 13:21:41] Mona.Carter: I suppose times have changed indeed.
[19.11.2021 13:22:08] '\S/'NX-01: Leon: It's the same ship last we met. Just improved and carrying better equipment.
[19.11.2021 13:22:37] Mona.Carter: Still, one would expect more manpower for its lifeblood.
[19.11.2021 13:23:09] '\S/'NX-01: Leon: So, wanna roll the dice on which of the two systems you want to go to?
[19.11.2021 13:23:18] Mona.Carter: We shouldn't linger. There are certain things and people stalking for me contantly.
[19.11.2021 13:23:48] Mona.Carter: Do you want me to explain first, or do we just go now?
[19.11.2021 13:24:02] Mona.Carter: It is nearby, the place where it all started.
[19.11.2021 13:24:06] '\S/'NX-01: Leon: Explain along the way, I'll get my rift information first.
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[19.11.2021 13:24:47] Mona.Carter: Follow, then, while getting ready.
[19.11.2021 13:26:01] '\S/'NX-01: Leon: Rift information has been calculated. We're ready to go whenever you are.
[19.11.2021 13:26:15] Mona.Carter: It will not take long.
[19.11.2021 13:26:22] Mona.Carter: It will probably not make much sense, neither.
[19.11.2021 13:27:10] '\S/'NX-01: Leon: What... is that?
[19.11.2021 13:27:22] Mona.Carter: Everything.
[19.11.2021 13:27:41] Mona.Carter: Marvel, but respect it, do not violate it with your scanners and probes.
[19.11.2021 13:27:50] Mona.Carter: Come closer. Listen. Hear.
[19.11.2021 13:28:13] '\S/'NX-01: Leon: I don't think so. This ship will stay where it is.
[19.11.2021 13:28:29] Mona.Carter: As I have expected. That is fine.
[19.11.2021 13:29:12] Mona.Carter: In that case, we are ready to go. What rests here will remain unknown. Yes?
[19.11.2021 13:29:26] '\S/'NX-01: Leon: Best thing I've heard all day.
[19.11.2021 13:29:35] '\S/'NX-01: Leon: Let's get moving.
[19.11.2021 13:29:47] Mona.Carter: Initiating docking procedure.
[19.11.2021 13:29:53] Ship docked
[19.11.2021 13:30:01] '\S/'NX-01: Ensign: Jump coils are... uhh... charging.
[19.11.2021 13:30:32] '\S/'NX-01: Ensign: Jump coils ready!
[19.11.2021 13:30:33] '\S/'NX-01: Leon: Punch it.
[19.11.2021 13:31:07] '\S/'NX-01: Leon: The orbital changes are in our favour!
[19.11.2021 13:31:39] '\S/'NX-01: Leon: Jumped in pretty close to the Inverness rift. Good news for you.
[19.11.2021 13:31:45] Mona.Carter: [Several alerts go off while Mona's ship is on board. Internal scanners indicate an anomalous energy signature.]
[19.11.2021 13:32:16] Mona.Carter: :: Mmhm. Good. I can leave the dock any moment if you wish so. ::
[19.11.2021 13:32:39] '\S/'NX-01: Leon: Another 30 seconds or so.
[19.11.2021 13:33:15] '\S/'NX-01: Leon: We have reached the destination.
[19.11.2021 13:33:30] Mona.Carter: :: Launching. ::
[19.11.2021 13:33:51] '\S/'NX-01: Leon: This is as far as I can take you before I violate the agreement I signed.
[19.11.2021 13:34:13] Mona.Carter: Good enough. You have my thanks.
[19.11.2021 13:34:33] [2021-11-19] 13:34:32 You have received 20.000.000 credits from Mona.Carter
[19.11.2021 13:34:47] '\S/'NX-01: Leon: Ah, thank you.
[19.11.2021 13:34:52] Mona.Carter: I hope that is enough to tie a tongue and cover eyes, as well.
[19.11.2021 13:35:22] '\S/'NX-01: Leon: You can rest easy. Won't tell a soul.
[19.11.2021 13:35:42] '\S/'NX-01: Leon: Godspeed, Mona Carter.
[19.11.2021 13:35:45] Mona.Carter: Don't get startled with the sort I will recommend your services to.
[19.11.2021 13:35:57] Mona.Carter: Winds to the back, Starfliers.
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