Sender ID: Fiorella Arianna de Marco, Golden Cross Cartel Recipient ID: Gallic Brigands Subject: Gallic Network Esteemed Gallic Brigands
I am uncertain if any of you remain from those I communicated with over three years ago. Regrettably, various circumstances prevented the finalization of our agreement at that time. I am Fiorella Arianna de Marco, representing the Dons of Malta, and I wish to discuss the potential renewal of a trade partnership between our factions.
Gallia remains a largely untapped market for us, meaning many credits can be made if we seize the opportunity. Would you be interested in reestablishing this collaboration?
Recipient: Fiorella Arianna de Marco Sender: Augustin Leroux Source: Beaumont Base Subject: RE: Gallic Network
Bonjour, de Marco,
I am not very well versed in the previous deals that happened between my friends and you... Mind refreshing my memory a bit? Three years' a long time. Though, I'm sure maybe another'll respond and be more knowledgeable, or not, I dunno, but I do want to participate in this.
The market for Cardamine's untapped; the new link with Omicron Alpha's a blessing; we can make some serious cash. Here, I shortened the deal's proposal. Though some of our friends may not be very happy with this sorta deal - we don't really care, we're not some ultra-hierarchical society, we're Brigands, our views vary wildly between each, but we can all agree on one thing, makin' money.
Sender ID: Fiorella Arianna de Marco, Golden Cross Cartel Recipient ID: Augustin Leroux; Gallic Brigands; Subject: Gallic Network Signor Leroux
The Cardamine trade network harbors unique characteristics essential for safeguarding our clientele's health and well-being. After all, we vend a substance our consumers necessitate at regular intervals. Any disruption would counteract the expansion of both our and your endeavors in Gallia.
To ensure the seamless operation of our Cardamine network in Gallia, I propose the following:
Any acts of aggression between the Outcasts and the Brigands must cease. Historically, certain Brigands have attempted to raid our convoys, which I regard as an impediment to any sustainable collaboration.
The Gallic Brigands will agree to accommodate our agents on their stations. These agents are vital for optimizing and refining our distribution network.
The Gallic Brigands will allocate one of their stations as the primary hub for Cardamine, where our pilots will transfer the Product into your hands.
The question remains - What will be your strategy when the Unione Corse finds out about our little deal?
Recipient: Fiorella Arianna de Marco Sender: Augustin Leroux, La Légion de Minuit Source: Beaumont Base Subject: RE:RE: Gallic Network
Hey DeMarco!
I hope you're doing fine! Sorry for the delay, we had to actually organize ourselves, I am now under the banner of the Midnight Legion (La Légon de Minuit), finally, the Brigands have some structure. I was overwhelmed with work, I imagine you know how it is! Hopefully, hahah.
So, your terms... I've reviewed them, and here are my additions.
Any acts of aggression between the Outcasts and the Brigands must cease. Historically, certain Brigands have attempted to raid our convoys, which I regard as an impediment to any sustainable collaboration;
The Gallic Brigands will agree to accommodate our agents on their stations. These agents are vital for optimizing and refining our distribution network;
The Gallic Brigands will allocate one of their stations as the primary hub for Cardamine, where our pilots will transfer the Product into your hands - a remote station, or of little importance, to delay the inevitable eyes of the Gallic state machinery;
The Gallic Brigands will receive a part of the profit of the Cardamine deals, as we risk our asses for it. We can discuss how, and how much, etc; no worries.
The first one's not modified, I am all for non-violence, especially when it comes to business. The second one, sure, welcome! Second, bring it on! Drinks on me if I catch you at one.
As for the third; we'll have to know which one, and I think you know it'll have to be not our HQ, but another base, one where the GNI, or the Unione Corse won't step in and shoot us, once they know about our deal - and you bet they will, they know already that we deal Cardamine amongst what we deal. And finally, I added a last thing-y, modify it as you wish, but we'd like some compensation too! We can't buy guns, ships, drugs, ammunition, etc, without being backed up, especially if it's for working a powerhouse for you. Working isn't free here, between organizations it shouldn't either! 'Get what I mean? As for the base, I think Montauban Base in Roussilon would work. It's small, but perfect for quick deals, and shipments.
So tell me, I'll be here, my work that's been back-breaking's done, I'll reply when you do, no worries.
Cheers,
Augustin Leroux, Blackguard of the Légion de Minuit (Gallic Brigands)
Sender ID: Fiorella Arianna de Marco, Golden Cross Cartel Recipient ID: Augustin Leroux; Gallic Brigands; Subject: Gallic Network Signor Leroux
You may rest assured that your efforts will be rewarded with a corresponding share of the profits. The more ingenious and resourceful you are, the fuller your treasury will be for your own purposes, equipment, and potential autonomy from the Unione Corse. Malta does not expect you to trade with us merely out of goodwill.
Unfortunately, I am not familiar with your station's location. I will need to know its coordinates to assess its potential logistical capacity and optimize the route for our cargo pilots.
Recipient: Fiorella Arianna de Marco, CC: Liliane Verninac, La Patronne of La Légion de Minuit Sender: Augustin Leroux, Blackguard of the Légion de Minuit Source: Beaumont Base Subject: RE:RE:RE: Gallic Network
Hey DeMarco!
Ah, yes, naturally. Well, we can discuss this in more detail. But I'm glad to hear our guys won't miss out on selling it.
Well, Montauban Base - it's the perfect meeting place. Roussilon. Out of Gallic Space; has some Maquis people there, and Royalists, those people who didn't give up on a "Royal" Gallia, else, it's a perfectly-messed up place to meet up, and our base is well-defended and out of reach from these any of these zealots. 6-Charlie is the location. It's a good entry port into Gallia, maybe not as good as the jump hole in Burgundy straight into your home world, but, heh. There's costs to everything.
Tell me when you're available, and I'll adjust my availability according to yours, if you want to meet up in space of course.
Cheers,
Augustin Leroux, Blackguard of the Légion de Minuit (Gallic Brigands)
Sender ID: Fiorella Arianna de Marco, Golden Cross Cartel Recipient ID: Augustin Leroux; Gallic Brigands; Subject: Gallic Network Signor Leroux
I have not had the opportunity to meet you or your trusted men in person yet. However, I personally inspected your station, assessed its logistical capabilities, and evaluated the navigational risks for both your and our pilots.
I must admit that I was somewhat surprised by your choice of this station, particularly considering the risks your men and women will face on their journeys to Gallia. For us Outcasts, the route remains relatively straightforward. Are you truly confident in your choice of this station?
Is there anything else I should know before we finalise our trade agreement, Signor Leroux?