June 18 2940
Orange Palace, Fort William, Orange*"My apologies Mr Chairman, I congratulate you on your new appointment."
The Hexlon CEO and the Chairman made casual talk during the five course dinner, as a wide variety of Luthorian delicacies were served to them, as well as the best of Aldurian wine, smuggled out of the country still considered in rebellion by the Empire. As the meal drew to a close, both men moved to a more comfortable lounge. It was also a ground room, with beautiful paintings by the classical artists on the wall, an impressive bearskin on the floor and a roaring fireplace. The two men sat down on plump chairs as servants offered them cognac and expensive Gaduridan cigars, it was time to discuss business.
"I hope the meal was to your liking Mr Chairman. I must say your country produces the very best cigars! I see that Gaduridos has placed a blockade on the ships of the Sekowan rebels. You may or may not know that His Majesty considers His cousin, Emperor Kenji, as the only legitimate ruler of Sekowo. For that reason Luthori applauds your actions. Furthermore, as we have mentioned previously, we would be interesting in signing an agreement, whereas the Imperial Navy would escort your trade ships in return for naval bases on Vintalli, which is strategically located. The sea trade lanes that the Luthorian merchant navy use have been patrolled by our Navy for centuries, so they are almost never attacked, however, pirates and other rabble, like the Sekowan madmen remain a nuissance and even a threat in other parts of the world. Having Gaduridan trade vessels escorted by for example a Geharon Class Battlecruiser, the largest such ship currently in service anywhere in the world, would surrely dissuade anyone from hampering your trade. This maybe even give the Lord High Constable an excuse to reintegrate a frigate class in our navy because in reality, we do not need the destroyers we currently use for simple escort duty. Most pirates will actually turn away at the sign of a mere patrol boat, nevertheless, best to be safe. Of course, a non aggression and free trade agreement would also be natural. What do you think Mr Chairman?"
OOC:
* I know technically the blockade hasnt started yet. However, for purposes of practicality, would you mind accepting this small suspension of disbelief?
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