NCC Minister of Economy and Commerce Monsignor Charles Richelieu
Greetings Mr. MacRory:
It may be coincidence, or perhaps Deux's designs, but whatever the case I'm glad to know that you already have a business relationship with Detroit Munitions, that will certainly speed things up. For us, dealing with Liberty corporations at this time is not easy, you know that there have been serious problems between the Liberty Government and some zoner communities. I'll spare you my opinions on the matter, but the reality is that zoners aren't very welcome there these days.
As for the price, 250,000 SC for the shipment seems correct to me, taking into account the special discretion measures required. It would also not be a problem if that amount were increased moderately, if necessary. I understand that I've given you detailed specifications of what the merchandise should be, and this isn't a standard order. We can assume paying more in exchange for receiving the shipment exactly as we want it.
Regarding the delivery time, although I would like to receive the shipment as soon as possible, we don't have an... imminent urgency. We prefer that you take the time you need to bring everything as ordered, and with the greatest possible discretion.
Please keep me informed about delivery times and final price when you know.
Regards, and Deux be with you.
Ministry of Economy and Commerce House of the Mosignors NCC Curia
NCC Minister of Economy and Commerce Monsignor Charles Richelieu
Greetings Mr. MacRory:
Are negotiations with Detroit Munitions going well? It's been 4 days since our last communication, I imagine you've made some progress. Would it be possible for you to indicate a delivery time for the merchandise, and the definitive price for your services?
Many thanks, and Deux be with you.
Ministry of Economy and Commerce House of the Mosignors NCC Curia
From: Coordinator Finnean MacRory of the Irregulars To: New Covenant Church - Ministry of Economy and Commerce Point of origin: Freeport 1 Subject: Contracting of supply services Encrpytion key: eg4#fw3Đd
Greetings, Monsignor,
I'm sorry for the lack of communication on our part. We currently have a contract from Detroit Munitions to deliver some of their weapons to Galia and Lachlan wanted to make sure we complete that contract first, before we start putting in non-standard orders for their poducts. That unfortunately created a delay we did not forsee, I sincierly apologise for that. I'll be taking a bit more direct aproach with this contract now, so I should have a genuine update for you soon.
NCC Minister of Economy and Commerce Monsignor Charles Richelieu
Mr. MacRory:
I appreciate the communication. I imagine that you will be saturated with work, and I've no right to rush you, since I myself accepted that this would be delayed for a few days due to the specialization of the order and the precautionary measures that come with it. I would just like to be kept updated on the status of the assignment, since I've a lot at stake in this movement, and I need to be aware of any problems that may occur to be able to react in time.
As I already explained to your brother, this isn't an illegal shipment, in the strict sense of the word, since we're not contravening any Law by bringing it to Pygar, nor do we intend to use the contents of the shipment to attacking anyone, but given the political situation we're currently experiencing in Theta, it could cause quite a few problems to us if this operation were known by more people than just you two and me.
All of this puts me in a very stressful position, which will not end until the cargo is safely in our warehouses, and the lack of news doesn't help me to make that stress go away. I know that you will do what you have to do to fulfill this task, I only ask that you keep me informed at all times of how everything is going.
Many thanks, and Deux be with you.
Ministry of Economy and Commerce House of the Mosignors NCC Curia
From: Coordinator Finnean MacRory of the Irregulars To: New Covenant Church - Ministry of Economy and Commerce Point of origin: Freeport 1 Subject: Contracting of supply services Encrpytion key: eg4#fw3Đd
Greetings, Monsignor,
that is a reasonable request, one which I have no issue with. As of now, the order was placed with Detroit Munitions and we're waiting for their reply. I'll keep you updated when situation develops.
From: Coordinator Finnean MacRory of the Irregulars To: New Covenant Church - Ministry of Economy and Commerce Point of origin: Freeport 1 Subject: Contracting of supply services Encrpytion key: eg4#fw3Đd
Monsignor Richelieu,
I have just received an update the order has been accepted by Detroit Munitions and is being prepaired for shipping. We have also received the specifics about the items, I'll attach the excerpt from their representative's message with the relevant information to this message for you to go over, in case you want to make some changes. I expect we should be able to make the delivery within a day or two.
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The heavy machine guns will primarily be our DAU-19/F model, which is electrically driven, and as such each will require a two-hour charge after deployment before use, though regular use will convert the recoil energies to usable electricity automatically. The portable missile launchers will be our L388 "Discombobulator" model, a design so robust that it's been deployed everywhere from Nauru to Leeds, and whose fame speaks for itself. The squad LMGs will be an assortment of surplus models. The handguns will consist entirely of the classic Garner line, and should be roughly fifty-fifty 7a-series and 8c-series—all of them accept standard ten-millimeter rounds, though the munitions will also include AP and hollow-point cartridges. The final forty pallets will be one-hundred percent Riot Breakers, the most popular civilian-market piece of Detroit Deathware for thirty-six years and running.
[...]
NCC Minister of Economy and Commerce Monsignor Charles Richelieu
Good morning Mr. MacRory:
We've reviewed the load specifications indicated by Detroit Munitions, and I've to say that we're satisfied. I'm no expert in weapons, but my assistants in that matter have assured me that the models and their characteristics are exactly what we need. Proceed with the transportation of the cargo when possible, my staff will be waiting for you at Planet Pygar's mooring fixture.
I don't know if you will personally deliver the merchandise or delegate it to an employee. I leave that decision in your capable hands, but allow me to emphasize again the extreme importance of avoiding foreign eyes on this operation, specially... Corsair eyes. I beg you to use all your skill to ensure that this shipment reaches Pygar without being noticed, and I prefer that you abort the trip if it's not clear to you, rather than allow someone could intercept you. As I already told your brother, we're even willing to pay more than the amount initially indicated for your fees, so that you can apply all possible precautionary measures.
Once you dock in Pygar, no further subterfuge is necessary. I don't know if the planet's authorities will be present when the merchandise is unloaded, but it doesn't matter, they're warned about it and will not pose any problem.
Many Thanks, and may Deux protect you.
Ministry of Economy and Commerce House of the Mosignors NCC Curia
From: Coordinator Finnean MacRory of the Irregulars To: New Covenant Church - Ministry of Economy and Commerce Point of origin: Freeport 1 Subject: Contracting of supply services Encrpytion key: eg4#fw3Đd
Greetings, monsignor,
good news. On of our pilots, miss Travers, just informed me she unloaded your order on the Pygar's mooring fixture warehouse a few hours ago. According to her report she wasn't seen by anyone and it looks like she took the long way around through Omicron Alpha to avoid as much Corsair controlled space as possible. I'm attaching the cargo manifests to this message. Since there ware no additional fees on Detroit Munitions's side, the price remains as agreed, 250 000 SC. Please forward the payment to MRI_Bank account, I'll make sure miss Travers receives her reward.
Oh and... I hope she didn't give your people too much trouble, she's a bit too enthusiastic about her job at times.
NCC Minister of Economy and Commerce Monsignor Charles Richelieu
*the man on screen has a dazzling smile, and his face seems to have taken years off*
Mr. MacRory!
Indeed, indeed, I can confirm the arrival of the merchandise. My men have been able to unload the cargo and check its condition, everything is perfect. You have no idea how much weight I have lifted off from my shoulders when they told me that everything is in order. As for Miss Travers, I was not present when the cargo was received, so I haven't had the pleasure of meeting her, but my staff has told me that the ship's commander has been very professional. Please convey my deepest thanks to her for bringing the shipment in such a discreet manner.
I also thank you for the way you have dealt with this request, with its specialties, and with my own stress. Once again, MRI has not disappointed us at all. We have immediately proceed to transfer your fees to the designated bank account, as stated in the attached file. We'll be in contact for possible new future orders.
Deux be with you.
Ministry of Economy and Commerce House of the Mosignors NCC Curia
From: Coordinator Finnean MacRory of the Irregulars To: New Covenant Church - Ministry of Economy and Commerce Point of origin: Freeport 1 Subject: Contracting of supply services Encrpytion key: eg4#fw3Đd
Greetings, monsignor,
I'm glad the shipment satisfied your expactations. Your payment was received, and I'm glad to hear Miss Travers showed the professionality I expect from our people when dealing with sensitive orders like these.
Now, with our current business concluded, I have a question I'd like to ask you. We're currently looking into a means to expand our business beyond mere shipping and for that we need a large enough vessel, larger than any one usualy available to us. I know your Church is not in business of building such ships, but from the information available about your organisation I understand you have roots in the zoner communities, is that correct? If so, do you, or someone from your Curch, know of a group or a shipyard capable of building a Bustard class carrier vessel? And, if so, could you refer us to them? We've searched for a completed ship to purchase, but so far it looks like comissioning a new one is our only option. I realise it's a rather random question on my part, but since you probably have way more connections within the outher reaches of Sirius then we do, I figured I might as well ask.
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