The apparition bowed respectfully, before standing and looking to the warrior-sensei. Clearly, he had not been impressed by the illusions.
"The reason I am here, is because we wanted to speak with you, Li-sama. The more formal diplomatic channels would likely yield little positive result. Open neural net transmissions are easily spied upon."
"I am sorry for the nature of the intrusion but it was nescessary."
"As you would have guessed, the Consortium has returned, the Armada is awakening. As you are the only one left that we know of, who has had any firsthand experience with us, we desired to speak to you first."
"We wish to address the Imperial Court formally, and restore our old alliance. Our leaders and goals have changed, and we seek to offer what we can to the Dragons out of respect of former military alliances."