It is with great regret that I write this message to you. Having discussed GalSpan’s precarious business situation for weeks with the other primary shareholder, we have collectively decided to liquidate all assets. It’s unfortunate that we have come to this decision; however, we feel that we are left with little choice. GalSpan has failed to implement extremely useful and advanced technologies, having only invented and patented them. GalSpan has also failed to recruit a sufficient quantity of pilots and captains in order to manage even the Merchant Division, and has simply not been a profitable corporation thus far.
I do not personally blame you for our company’s failures. There are some technologies that the people of Sirius may simply not be ready for. In any case, the patents for our hybridized seeds, the fruit of our Yuma flora research which allowed colonization of the planet in the first place, remains in the possession of the primary shareholder; myself. The proceeds from the liquidation of the company will settle your pension, as well as many of the primary staff, like Assistant Director Bales, and Dr. Albert Zeiler. That should easily allow you a very enjoyable retirement. It has been a pleasure working with you, Mr. Richardson. Perhaps I'll stop by and visit you sometime. We can share a drink aboard The Azilian's private bar, on me, of course.
I’m both saddened and distressed at this decision. I feel as though we have much to offer the people of Sirius if we are simply given a bit more time. We could try cutting back on some personnel to save on costs, or try another campaign and sign-on bonus to find new pilots. If there is any way that we can hold off on GalSpan’s potential liquidation, please let me know!
I'm sorry, Martin. We put in a valiant effort, but the decision has been made. The Galactic Spanning Corporation is being terminated. Think of it this way; we solved Yuma's flora situation and allowed them to colonize, we own the patents to genetically modified seeds, and we never went bankrupt, despite the lack of profits. That's better than what many others have accomplished in thrice the time.
Go home, and sleep on it, but make the announcement on our News Broadcast before you leave. We'll begin liquidating our assets immediately. I've already personally contacted Tricia Bales and gave her the order. Our legal department is finalizing the necessary documents. You've worked hard enough. Try to enjoy your twilight years in wealth and luxury.