Private A Commonality Between Us

[Liin Terallo]

Reading over the holo-news on a certain little world leaves my heart to sink. Much like with New Cov, an enemy came to the planet in an attempt to plunder their resources and to steal control over it. During the attack on New Cov, my security team brought me to safety so that I couldn't be tortured and killed. Our laboratories were sealed so that our secrets were kept safe.

However in this case, the rulers of this little world were killed. Yet they had an heir that thankfully wasn't, leaving the attempted usurping of the throne a failed one. How awful it must be to lose one's parents in such a way. I do not want to imagine it for my own sake. I am unsure of how I would react, most especially as I have so very little in the way of friends.

That does not have to be the way for everyone. He could use some help and his planet could use some aid.

So quickly I reach out with a holo-message:

~Greetings,

I am Director Liin Terallo of New Cov. It is with my deepest sorrow that I send my condolences to you. I have read about the news and I find it very similar to what happened here on New Cov recently.

I would be honored to schedule a meeting with you where we can discuss any aid that I and New Cov can provide. Please let me know at your earliest convenience.

Respectfully,

Director Liin Terallo.~

Tag: Caelan Valoren

 

[Caelan Valoren]

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TAGS: Liin Terallo

It came as a bit of a surprise, the message that reached him on Coruscant. It had been some time now since the events of his parents death, but perhaps it hadn't reached all ears. Likely those responsible were doing what they could to suppress the news in order to keep losing their temporarily gained power. It made sense to him, but what didn't make sense was the message coming from New Cov, from the director there. Not the director of the temple, but the director of planet.

But, she was the first to express an interest in helping Lazerian IV and the Kingdom of Dewit. Because of that, he felt an obligation to see it out. So he chartered passage, predominantly by tagging along on a flight to the New Cov temple. He'd been there once before, but it hadn't been a long trip, and he hadn't explored anything but the temple itself.

Now he was directed to a settlement, where people unassociated with the Jedi resided. There he found a people seemingly also recovering, though they didn't seem as hard pressed to do so as some would. They had the help they needed. He found the place where the meeting was to occur and entered, approaching a receptionist and waiting his turn to speak, waiting until he was called upon.

"Master Jedi?"

"Ahh, not a Master," he said, shaking his head. "Just a Padawan, but I have received a request for a meeting from Director Liin Terallo."

"Oh, I see. I will let her know you're here. Wait just a moment."

 

[Liin Terallo]

Some people do not like to travel much. I am aware of that. There are some that prefer to hold meetings over holofeeds. But I am not one of them. I am old fashioned in a lot of ways, and that included meeting others in person. I do not mind travelling so much myself, however New Cov was in the midst of a rather large transition and I could not depart my world during the middle of it.

The receptionist informed me of the young man's arrival and for the moment I am caught offguard. Normally my guests are announced as soon as their ships enter New Cov's orbit, however he must have travelled by a different means than on his own. How peculiar.

Still it does not take long for me to ensure that my appearance is acceptable and that my office was presentable. Afterall if we are to touch on a sensative subject, it is betrer to do so in a room that was far more comfortable than a conference or board room.

Putting on a polite smile as I spot the young man patiently waiting in the lobby, I extend my hand towards him. "Thank you for coming. I am Director Terallo. I hope that your journey to New Cov was a pleasant one. Shall we head to my office? There are some refreshments and drinks on hand should you require it."

Tag: Caelan Valoren

 

[Caelan Valoren]

ATTIRE: Link
TAGS: Liin Terallo

It didn't take long before a woman appeared, walking towards him. She seemed serious, driven, but she had a smile on her face that indicated she was polite and formal as well. Her hand was extended towards him and he reached out to shake it as it was offered. His grip was firm, but not crushing. His hands were calloused, belying those of someone who worked with them often. He suspected they always would be from then on. Her hands felt soft to him, and he hoped his weren't too rough.

"Pleasure to meet you, Director," he said, offering a smile in return.

This whole meeting people in an official capacity as the Crown Prince was something new for him. Technically he should be King at this point, but he had yet to return to Lazerian IV. He needed the backing of the Alliance and others before he could do so.

"My trip was comfortable enough, and your office will be fine."

He didn't say anything about drinks and refreshment. He was only fourteen, and though he'd imbibed before, he didn't particularly have a fondness for alcoholic beverages. They were... bitter. Sometimes they were mixed with other things and then were far less biter, but he still found the taste of them altered in comparison to what they were mixed with. So, he wasn't really interested in drinking, but he was certain she would have water on hand, and he followed her as she lead the way.

 

[Liin Terallo]

I notice his grip. While my own was firm, confident and soft; his was the same. However the difference was that he had the hands of one used to hard labor. It was a far cry from what I myself am used to.

With a polite gesture, I lead him through the lobby towards the turbolift. From there it was a momentary ride up before we walk through the hall towards my office. As one might expect it was lavishly decorated, with a sofa, my desk, some chairs and indeed a side table carrying a platter of finger foods. There were a variety of drinks, but mostly non-alcoholic. Afterall, I am aware of my guest's young age.

"There is plenty there for the two of us. But if you are not hungry, then that is quite alright as well. I just find that when talking about troubling subjects, it is easier to do so over food."

Tag: Caelan Valoren

 

[Caelan Valoren]

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TAGS: Liin Terallo

He was pleasantly surprised at the selection of drinks being largely non-alcoholic. When people started drinking varied from world to world, he knew, but he did not and so he quietly selected a local juice that looked appetizing to him and took a sip from it. It was refreshing, cool and naturally sweet on the tongue. A good choice. The food, for the moment, he ignored, because he wasn't that hungry and didn't want to dive into it before she did.

"That's understandable," he said. "An empty stomach is easily troubled."

Moving to one of the seats, he settled in with his drink in hand. She'd brought him there for a reason, and he wanted to get down to it.

"I'm curious, Director, what it is you can do for my people."

 

[Liin Terallo]

I follow his lead, as one must do when in the company of a guest. I pour myself a glass of juice, albeit a different flavor than his own choice, and then walk over to one of the chairs opposite him and gracefully sit down. As always my posture is straight and perfect.

After a sip of my juice, I cradle the glass in my hands and rest them gently on top of my lap while I respond to his inquiry. "New Cov had gone through a similar situation. Right here in Ilic City a Sith Lord came under a false guise with plenty of monsters. They killed and abducted many Covie, and tried to usurp the leadership here. But they were unsuccessful in their attempt to secure me as their prisoner.

I know that the same cannot be said in your situation and there are no words that I could express that would make you feel better over your loss. However I can secure whatever is needed to liberate your homeworld. I have a lot of contacts in a lot of different fields of expertise. And just as we have been recovering on New Cov, we can help your people to do the same."

Tag: Caelan Valoren