Jerolme was studying data files on the Organas in his airbus when the new Alderaan embassy came into view. Even from a distance, he could notice two distinct things about the building: first, the architecture that borrowed heavily from Alderaanian design, and secondly, the attached greens that stood out against the glass and metal that pervaded Coruscant. Not only was the consulate likely to be the centre of attention, at least in its own district, but it captured and matched his own style perfectly. It wasn't that Jerolme especially wanted increased tourism on Coruscant, but the building's standout design would be a powerful symbol on Coruscant; a much needed emblem of hope and beauty in the dark times that Coruscant found itself in. Though the fact that it would be the envy of a great many architects and designers in the galaxy certainly didn't hurt.
The reopening of the consulate was certainly pleasing; a sign of progress that was always welcome in the world of frustrating delays and obstructions that came with being the Governor of Coruscant. Rarely had Jerolme felt so good about a day: he had just come out of a press conference on the new embassy, which had gone brilliantly. Another press conference awaited him tomorrow morning, but first, he needed a good performance — and a good time — tonight on the opening of the embassy itself.
Tonight, the curtains open on a new era of diplomacy. It is a momentous occasion. And being a momentous occasion, it is a great opportunity as well. The potential of this place is tantalizing... it's mere presence will contribute to the revitalization of the Coruscant spirit. A stroke of good luck for both Coruscant and myself.
The airbus glided to a halt over the embassy's landing platform. Security was naturally tight — Jerolme himself had demanded Coruscanti security be stepped up a notch or three — but it didn't appear necessary given how much security detail some of the guests seemed to be bringing themselves. Stepping out of the airbus with a sizable security detail of his own, Jerolme wore a genial smile and cast a friendly nod of appreciation and acknowledgement at whoever waved at him. His main interest tonight, however, would be the Organas, almost certainly the centre of attention here. And if luck would have it, a few heads of state would be present as well.
Even with his status and security detail, it was an arduous task for Jerolme to wade his way through the throng that cluttered the hallways. After a few minutes of vexatious navigation, Jerolme caught sight of the Queen of Alderaan, [member="Faith Organa"]. She appeared to be conversing with two people: an elderly statesman and a beautiful young woman. Jerolme recognized the former as the President of Eriadu, [member="Dalton Eldyr"], but the other ([member="Rashae"]) was unknown to him.
Jerolme crossed over to the conversing trio, taking note that there was still a particularly strong security presence here. The guards he had just brought with him certainly weren't helping with that. As he approached the three conversing members, the Queen of Alderaan appeared to break off from the discussion briefly to hear something whispered by a member of her security detail. The conversation continued between the other two, and Jerolme overheard the President of Eriadu call the woman "doctor". Interesting. He decided it would be best to leave them to their own conversation for now, and engage with them afterwards.
Jerolme approached the Queen, his beaming smile gathering width as he approached her. He turned his head to the President and doctor to offer them a nod of greeting as well, then turned back to the Queen and began his warm address. His genial expression was accompanied by an equally genial tone. "Your majesty, I find it difficult to express the gratitude I feel towards your opening of this embassy, and your decision to grace us is most appreciated." He took a reverent bow as he said the words. "Allow me to offer my most heartfelt congratulations on this momentous occasion." He tried to keep the words from sounding like unashamed flattery.
He moved swiftly from the flattery to introduce himself, though he largely expected her to know who he was already. "Jerolme Moore, Governor of Coruscant. I must again confer to you my sheer delight at this wonderful decision to reopen the Alderaanian embassy. Truly, it will be the envy of a great many architects, but also a shining beacon of hope to the people of Coruscant as they undertake the process of reconstruction." His tone deepened slightly and his smile weakened faintly as he discussed the darker topic. "We've a long and arduous road ahead of us, but I'm confident we'll succeed, not in the least part due to the renewing and strengthening of our connections with Alderaan." Moving the conversation swiftly again to business, he continued with a more matter-of-fact but still respectful tone: "If you have the time, your majesty, we have a great deal to discuss. I can hardly fathom the great opportunity that has been presented to us with this historic moment."
[member="Myles Davorak"] | [member="Garith Organa"] | [member="Hana Takeo"] | [member="Seraya Whisperwind"]
