To: Kaigun-Taisho, Makoto Ryota || From: Noboru Higuchi, Republic of Kusari

[Emperor Tekagi]

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"Konbanwa, current Kaigun-Taisho of the Dai 343 Kaigun Kokutai. Ogenki de irasshaimasu ka? We sincerely hope that you do not consider this first step of ours as inappropriate.
But first of all let me introduce myself, my name is Noboru Higuchi, one of the representatives of the Honshū Unity Party in the recently elected goverment of the Republic of Kusari. By chance I was appointed for the position I desired most and saw the greatest use in, for all of us. Today I speak to you as Minister in charge of Post-Imperial reconciliation, which means it is at me to make the first step towards your people and later on discussion with you and your advisors, possibly with the exiled Emperor himself, about a less violent way to solve our current situation in a way best suited for both involved sides.

For now we would only wish to know if you are ready to talk to us in the first place.

We would appreciate to hear from your person as soon as possible.

Noboru Higuchi,
Minister in charge of Post-Imperial reconciliation, Republic of Kusari

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Date: 25/9/824 A.S.

Comm ID: Kaigun- Shosho Makoto Ryota

To: Minister in charge of Post-Imperial reconciliation, Noboru Higuchi

Signal Origin: Planet Kyushu, Kyushu

Priority: High

Topic: Peace talks

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Kon'nichiwa, Noboru Higuchi,

It is quite a surprise to see someone from the Republican Government contact us, whether a pleasant or not we shall see.

My name is Makoto Ryota, current Taisho of Dai 343 Kaigun Kokutai of the Emperor's Imperial Navy. You ask if we are willing to talk to you and the answer is a yes. We too hope for as least blood to be spilled in this war and are open for negotiations. For the time being I will hear what you wish to say and bring it up to the Emperor as well as his advisors if deemed suitable.

I hope to hear from you soon,
Makoto Ryota

Shosho

[Emperor Tekagi]

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"Ohenji ga okurete, shitsurei itashimashita, Ryota-san. A private matter kept me from coming back to you sooner.

Let's get straight to the point: The Republic of Kusari considers this war as the worst that happened to Kusari since centuries. Having our beautiful house split like this isn't anything both sides aimed for. While our goverment sees a peaceful solution as possible and preffered there are still a few things standing in our way, especially regarding the mindset in both sides Military units. Not to mention the political differences for the moment.

From our knowledge the Imperial Navy still considers us traitors at Kusari and the whole of Sirius for having stopped the war with the Gallic Royalists, now this is the first huge missunderstanding we should clarify. A military strategist like you should understand this the best. So if you are willing to listen me out and take a look together with me on the last days of the Gallic - Kusari war, let me know.
In the meantime I will discuss this and future points with my advisors.




Ohenji omachi shite orimasu

Noboru Higuchi,
Minister in charge of Post-Imperial reconciliation, Republic of Kusari

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Date: 2/10/824 A.S.

Comm ID: Kaigun- Shosho Makoto Ryota

To: Minister in charge of Post-Imperial reconciliation, Noboru Higuchi

Signal Origin: Planet Kyushu, Kyushu

Priority: High

Topic: Peace talks

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Kon'nichiwa Noboru-san,

No need to apologize, we are both men of work.

Now, you are right when you say this is one of the worst things that happened to Kusari for a long while. None of us wanted this war to escalate to this scale, but it happened. The difference between our people, both Military and not, is one of the many things that need to be discussed and will be.

Now, you mention that we should go over the last days of that war. Well I was there for those days, fighting on the battlefield, Noboru-san. I know what our people went through and how we were abandoned, especially our Emperor. Yes, most of us do consider the current Government of Kusari traitors, as they let Gallia control our house. Even when the Emperor returned to Kusari they have rejected his birthright, which is to rule this house.

If you do wish to talk about the war, I have nothing against it and will go over it.

I hope to hear from you soon,
Makoto Ryota

Shosho

[Emperor Tekagi]

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"Ohenji ga okurete, shitsurei itashimashita again, Ryota-san. The discussions escalated a bit on our side and heated up as they were they kept me from getting back to you sooner.

The matter of leaving our people behind was a burden. We were weakened by the war against Bretonia, a war started by the Emperor in Exile. I do not judge his intentions from back then though. The fact that you were part of the original battlegroup makes me believe that you are well aware of the surprise strike the Gallic Royalists managed to pull off. We were quickly defeated and unable to send reinforcements to your positions, what the commanding officers decided back then was an unhonorful act but the only one to prevent a Gallic invasion into Gallia. You see yourself how close Bretonia is to defeat, our beautiful home would be occupied and everyone not agreeing with the Gallic Crown would be dead.

As it is I am even happy that the Imperial Remnants managed to, despite heavy losses as I may imagine, stay alive. You see, the Republic of Kusari isn't influenced a lot by Gallia's existence, our goverment and the Naval Forces aren't having a single Gallic person in their ranks. Surrendering and agreeing to a peaceful co-existance with trade relations through Rishiri was the only real option for Kusari to keep its sovereignity and be able to build up a fleet again. Betrayal cannot be easily forgotten, especially not when thousands of loyal soldiers and even the former leader himself were seemingly thrown away like junk. We understand this but wish you to see the bigger picture and attempt to understand what drove us to such a radical move in the past.

The Emperor's birthright is surely valid going by the old laws and standards, during the last years the Kusarian population and especially the younger people, appreciate the new democratic system we have nowadays. In my eyes nothing stops us from granting the Emperor some of his rights back, you will have to understand that he will never be able to lead our house just by himself together with some advisors again. Realizable is that the Emperor may have a fix position with special rights within the goverment of the Republic but this is something which should be discussed with him in person or at a later point.


If the Emperor wishes, a conversation with the current Prime Minister could be arranged as well, this might just take a while.




I thank you for your attention and hope that you can slowly understand us. Do not hesitate to ask if you wish to clarify some points.
Ohenji omachi shite orimasu

Noboru Higuchi,
Minister in charge of Post-Imperial reconciliation, Republic of Kusari

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Date: 26/10/824 A.S.

Comm ID: Kaigun- Shosho Makoto Ryota

To: Minister in charge of Post-Imperial reconciliation, Noboru Higuchi

Signal Origin: Planet Kyushu, Kyushu

Priority: High

Topic: Peace talks

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Kon'nichiwa Noboru-san,

I do understand why the decision back then was made, yet now we have a war. That you try to fix it is good, let's just hope not late.

Your proposition about what the Emperor's new position in Kusari would be is being discussed by our side, the Emperor himself would like some more details, whilst his advisors have different opinions.

Maybe the meeting would be the best choice here, so everything could be done quicker. Emperor himself is willing, and we can propose for the Prime Minister to come to Kyushu. If you think another location would suit better we can discuss it.

I hope to hear from you soon,
Makoto Ryota

Kaigun-Taisho

[Emperor Tekagi]

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"Ohenji ga okurete, shitsurei itashimashita again, Ryota-san. We apologize to make you wait for that long. The Prime Minister was caught off guard by the flu and just recovered. The second head of state didn't wish to get into the contact with the Emperor to not leave the impression that we do not consider him worthy enough to talk to the Prime Minister. Hopefully everything goes according to our own timetable now and we will be able to give you a detailed reply about the location and conditions of this meeting.

I thank you and the Emperor for waiting that patiently,
Ohenji omachi shite orimasu.

Noboru Higuchi,
Minister in charge of Post-Imperial reconciliation, Republic of Kusari

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[Emperor Tekagi]

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"Ohisashiburi desu, Ryota-san. Apologize us once more.

Now let's not make you wait anylonger. The Republic of Kusari considers Shinjuku to be our best possible choice of a neutral meeting point. While Samura would still have to be contacted about this, it is no secret that the station can easily be guarded sufficiently to ensure the Emperor's as well as the Prime Minister's safety. Before contacting them, we would like to ask about the Emperor's plans regarding his escorts. We are well aware that this is a sensitive topic but we do not wish our Naval Forces to outnumber the Emperor's escorts and by this make him feel uneasy about the upcoming talks.

The time of the meeting will naturally include an armistice between our both Militaries. Securing the area is far more important than our current grudges if this meeting comes to place. Therefore I propose that both of us already prepare a squadron of soldiers who would not use the first chance to jump at each other but remain calm even when being confrontated with insults.

I thank you and the Emperor for waiting that patiently and hope that we will soon find our way to a more peaceful future.
Ohenji omachi shite orimasu.

Noboru Higuchi,
Minister in charge of Post-Imperial reconciliation, Republic of Kusari

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Date: 25/9/824 A.S.

Comm ID: Kaigun- Taisho Makoto Ryota

To: Minister in charge of Post-Imperial reconciliation, Noboru Higuchi

Signal Origin: Planet Kyushu, Kyushu

Priority: High

Topic: Peace talks

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Kon'nichiwa,

The discussion within the Emperor's circle took a little longer than expected, so I apologize for taking this long to reply.

However we came to a conclusion and the location is acceptable. As for the Emperor's escort, he will be guarded with three "Takeda" -class destroyers as well as 20 fighter vessels and 10 bomber ones. I assure you none of the pilots or officers will insult any of the KNF forces. They will work with the highest standard and will avoid conversations if it means no hostilities.

That only leaves us with the question of time, and we might just get to do this meeting.

I hope to hear from you soon,
Makoto Ryota

Kaigun-Taisho