Private Creditory Business on Denon

[Shoom Gunray]

/:/ Tag: Alina Tremiru
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The sleek silhouette of a Sheathipede-class transport shuttle stood out prominently against the bustling backdrop of Denon as it touched down on one of the numerous landing platforms. ​

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The presence of the Trade Federation was an unusual occurrence, given that the planet was presently under the control of the Corporate Authorities of Denon, a formidable coalition of business leaders and merchants who held firm in spite of the actions of Darkwire - a terrorist organization to some and to others a group of freedom fighters.​

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Nonetheless the civil war between them had ended with a victory for the Corporate Powers which had prompted, Shoom Gunray to begin negotiations with one of the smaller corporations at the table. He had spent countless hours preparing for the meeting, mentally going over every single detail in order to ensure a proper agreement was made. ​

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As he stepped off the ship, the toxic air enveloped the landing platform, a stark contrast to the sterile environment of the ship. Gunray adjusted his collar as eyes scanned the area for signs of trouble. ​

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"Master Gunray, the contact is waiting for you at the designated location," one of the aides whispered beside him, a hint of urgency in his tone.​

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"Good," Gunray replied, with a bulbous tone. "Let us not waste time. The sooner we conclude this meeting, the sooner we can solidify our interests here."​

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Amidst the vibrant chaos of Denon's streets, they made their way to an unremarkable cantina situated between imposing skyscrapers. The entrance exuded a dim allure, with the distant sounds of altercations and the clatter of cups hinting at the establishment's clientele. ​

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Gunray paused briefly to gather his thoughts before entering, finding the figure sitting in a shadowy corner booth—a tall, cloaked individual who seemed as out of place in the cantina's dim light.​

 

[Alina Tremiru]

"Aurora Industries is simply looking to bring our wears to more within the galaxy. This meeting here is to see how best we can help you, the Corporate Authority, with our business opportunities. Ships are our trade. My own was made in one of our shipyards some decades ago, and our technology has only been improving." Alina motioned vaguely out towards where her ship was currently parked as she spoke, a calm as ever smile on her face. Business casual was her outfit of choice. Screaming Sith in the usual robes or armor wasn't going to help any deals here. She even looked alive, rather than the usual full embrace of undeath she'd normally wore prior.

Business was business, not a show of force or intimidation.

She was atop one of the skyscrapers, speaking with the board of directors. The rulers of Denon, by all technicalities. The head of this group glanced out towards the ship, smiled after a moment.

"We'll discuss your proposal. There's much business today, after all."

Shoom Gunray

 

[Shoom Gunray]

/:/ Tag: Alina Tremiru
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Numerous unsavory characters remained from the tumultuous era of Darkwire, and although he was reluctant to acknowledge it at the moment, this individual standing before him was crucial for solidifying the Federation's presence on the planet while minimizing any potential suspicions. The aide hung back to give them some form of privacy, as the Neimoidian slid into the booth opposite the cloaked figure whose origins remained unknown. ​

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"Lord Gunray," the figure greeted, their voice scrambled behind the bulky vocabulator. "I trust your journey was uneventful."​

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Gunray offered a curt nod, his bulbous eyes glinting with a mixture of curiosity and caution. "I have little patience for pleasantries. You must understand that the Federation's time is extremely valuable"​

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The cloaked figure leaned forward slightly, revealing just enough of their face to display a confident smile. "Let us set aside the pretense of formality then and address the underlying motivation behind the Federation's keen interest in Denon, or more specifically, the personal interest you have. It appears that the expansion of your own influence may come at the detriment of your competitors, if one were to speculate."​

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Gunray's interest piqued as he considered the implications. "Such a serious allegation must be made with evidence in mind, my friend. I consider myself a humble functionary within the vast expanse of the Federation, no more and no less." he replied, dragging a lone finger across the table. ​

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The figure extended a hand, palm up, revealing a small holographic projector. A three-dimensional map flickered to life above the table, displaying Denon's skyscrapers - an expansive network of business alliances. "This will be where the meeting will be held, on the 10th Floor of the Skynote Plaza - Room 2402. A smaller corporation is hosting a dine in, should be easy enough to get an invitation with your status...and roundness." they explained with a soft smirk, their finger tracing a route directly to the floor in question. ​

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Gunray leaned closer to inspect the device, captivated but also cautious. "And what do you want in return?" he asked, wanting to know if this agreement was to the benefit of the Federation or could be written off as a bad investment to the Alliance Monetary Authority. One could never trust the ambitions of the lower strata certainly not on Denon. ​

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The figure's smile widened, their eyes glinting with a predatory gleam. "Merely a partnership. I provide the in for the party, and you provide the Alliance Transport Codes for my associates. Together we can reshape Denon into the Smuggling Capital of the Alliance."​

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"That is a suitable price to pay for increased influence on the Planet...most generous of you." Gunray replied, with a smirk forming. The data and forged invitation to the conference was sent to his robe holopad by his associate at the other end of the table. A risky bargain had been struck, and it remained to be seen if it would pay off. ​

 

[Alina Tremiru]

"I appreciate your time. If there's any questions, of course, reach out." Alina dipped her head respectfully, but not too low. Never too low. Aurora was coming to Denon, but she wanted to ensure it worked with them. That they could come to agreeable terms. There'd be more to discuss, later. So she stood, stepping away from the board with a smile on her face. So, downstairs she went, step by step.

The line was out, now she had to wait for them to bite.

Shoom Gunray

 

[Shoom Gunray]

/:/ Tag: Alina Tremiru

Gunray had been cautiously looking over the information given to him by his associate, while seated in the back of the JPP-192 Limospeeder. As the luxurious vehicle glided through the toxic environment, navigating around the imposing skyscrapers en route to Skynote Plaza, where a luncheon was being hosted by a representative of the Corporate Authorities of Denon.

Everything appeared to be in order, as his name was included on the electronic guest list, accompanied by a forged signature to verify its authenticity.

Nevertheless, despite these assurances, there remained a potential for complications. The Trade Federation could not risk tarnishing its reputation, even in a less lucrative location like Denon; thus, they would need to maintain a formal façade until an agreement was made.

With these thoughts in mind, Gunray proceeded to open the door of the limospeeder as it stopped in front of one of the numerous security posts. A mere swipe of the datapad in his hand granted him access to the plaza.

The Neimoidian advanced purposefully through the corridors, ultimately arriving at a staircase where a lone figure, Alina Tremiru waited.

Gunray remarked, "It appears I am not the first guest to arrive at the conference," his round face shifted due to the weight.

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He had not heard any rumor about other corporations having an interest on Denon, and so the apperance of this individual was quite suspicious and needed to be investigated to ensure that the Federation was the only major player on the planet.

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[Alina Tremiru]

A Nemodian?

Alina paused her descent, her fake blue eyes watching the figure before her for just a moment longer. Then, she smiled. Just a calm, kind smile as she nodded her head. The Trade Federation. She didn't want to just assume given what he was, but there was little doubt in her mind that's where he was coming from. He had the uniform at least, so it wasn't tooo bad of an assumption to make.

"No, it seems not. I'm here representing Aurora Tech. Which are you here representing for?"

Shoom Gunray

 

[Shoom Gunray]

/:/ Tag: Alina Tremiru

Gunray experienced a sense of unease when Alina Tremiru extended a modest smile and a respectful nod towards him, an occurrence that was notably atypical given that the majority of individuals regarded the Neimoidians as a loathsome species devoid of any admirable traits.

Such a perception was fundamentally correct which caused him to chuckle inwardly for a moment.

"Ah, Aurora Tech from the Sith Empire...." He paused, contemplating the reasons behind the Sith Empire's interest in Denon, given its location in the center of the Galactic Alliance. The New Jedi Order likely had informants on the planet to monitor the streets, not only to oversee the transagressions of the Corporate Powers but also to remain viligant against dark side loyalist left over from the days of the One Sith.

Aurora was taking quite the risk which only made their presence here more intriguing.

"It does not take a genius to understand that I am here to represent the Galactic Trade Federation, one of the largest powers in the corporate world." Gunray spoke with a confident tone, clearing the drool that had begun to accumulate on his lips.

As he glanced at the datapad, time continued to elapse, bringing the hour closer to the lunchin, a moment when the Federation would solidify its influence on the planet, free from the interference of Darkwire.

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[Alina Tremiru]

"I don't put much stock in assumptions and rumors. People can be quite surprising. Though, I didn't realize the Trade Federation did. Aurora Tech does business with the Sith, but we are not Sith ourselves. As a representative of the grand Trade Federation, you should know how harmful spreading such rumors are, no? The last thing either of our businesses want is our dealings with all governments being labeled as being part of them. Think of the sanctions the Alliance would have."

Taeli Raaf had put much in not just making deals with the current iteration of the Sith Empire. Aurora had existed long before them, and would exist long after. That's what this business deal was going to accomplish. She flashed her fangs in a smile, stepping to the side to not be any further in his way, given how he looked at his datapad.

"Shall we hurry? I wouldn't want you to be late just from talking to me."

Shoom Gunray

 

[Shoom Gunray]

/:/ Tag: Alina Tremiru

" You do make a point - it would not do well for the Galactic Alliance to come snopping around on Denon of all places based on certain unfavorable suggestions. " Gunray exhibited a sense of pride, yet it was tempered by a recognition of the importance of maintaining the Trade Federation's reputation.

Particularly in the presence of Auroa Tech and the Corporate Authorities. The latter's significant influence in various sectors of the galaxy was well acknowledged, especially regarding their rumored monopolization of the market for monster creation.

The mere idea of the Queen of Monsters unleashing a horde upon the Neimoidian worlds for amusement or sport sent a chill down his spine, highlighting the precariousness of his position even in the safety of the corridor. He glanced down at the datapad in hand as it was mentioned by Alina Tremiru , not wanting to be late for the meeting on the 10th Floor of the Plaza.

" Then let us proceed, with the Great & Powerful Gunray leading the charge. " He announced with considerable volume,

Likely to her irritation, as he commenced his climb of the stairs at a deliberate pace, his somewhat corpulent physique finding it challenging to secure proper footing. There was no necessity to glance back or engage in further dialogue as they continued their upward journey through the structure.

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[Alina Tremiru]

Gunray was his name, then. Alina nodded her head, stepping in time with his own now as he headed the charge so to speak. He wanted to be the one in charge for now, so she was going to let him do so. Who knew what she could learn, at that. Though, she did d her best not to show her annoyance as he walked up the stairs. The bloated and weak shouldn't be those in positions of power. The most she hoped was that he had a keen mind or.. Something.

"So, does the Federation aim to join their Corporate Authority? Or just make a deal with them?"

Shoom Gunray

 

[Shoom Gunray]

/:/ Tag: Alina Tremiru

" The Trade Federation is seeking to make an alliance with the Corporate Authorites on Denon to bring much needed change. The Planet has potential to become a real industrial powerhouse within the Alliance but such an opportunity has become squandered due to the actions of Darkwire." Gunray explained with resolute conviction.

Recognizing that disclosing the true intent of the Trade Federation's visit to the planet would attract unwelcome scrutiny from the Galactic Alliance and other entities within the galaxy, including the Corporate Interests Guild.

While the Neimoidian was not entirely untruthful in asserting that Darkwire was accountable for the revenue losses the planet might experience, he was careful to withhold the full context from the likes of Alina Tremiru .

Who followed him up the stairs one floor at a time until they reached the 10th floor of the Skynote Plaza where the conference was being held with a lesser but no less important power on the Executive Board.

" What about the intentions of Aurora Tech, what do you hope to gain by coming to this planet? " He asked with a curious expression, seeking to understand the precise motive behind their arrival on the planet, beyond the superficial official business dealings with the corporate entities that were established there.

 

[Alina Tremiru]

"Denon is of the few advanced worlds in this galaxy that does not have regular access to Aurora product. In a free market like this, I can see quite the friendly competition to further all advancements. Good old capitalism at it's finest, and a new market to expand into cybernetics." She needed no such cybernetics herself, but Denon was practically the cyborg capital of the world. It wouldn't hurt to get that sort of access. Especially with Darkwire themselves. Conflict bred innovation, and that rag tag group of people forced quite a bit of adaptation on the Corpos.

It was something the Sith Alina was appreciated.

"I suppose that makes our goals aligned."

Shoom Gunray

 

[Shoom Gunray]

/:/ Tag: Alina Tremiru

" Ah - then you have certainly come to the right place if my information is correct. Cybernetics are practically a requirement when living on the planet in order to survive the violent gangs and criminal organizations that prowl the streets, without them you are pretty much food for the slaughter to put it bluntly. " The Neimoidian said with careful deliberation, fully aware that the Trade Federation was deliberately steering clear of the cybernetic sector to preserve a potentially advantageous relationship with Locke and Key Mechanics.

It was well-regarded as a leader in body enhancement technologies with none willing to compete against them due to their connections with experienced and deadly Mandalorian merceneries.

The staircase appeared to extend indefinitely as they ascended, with Gunray becoming increasingly breathless yet ultimately managing to arrive at the specified location, marked only by a few beads of sweat trickling down his notably large head. Typically, he would not have undertaken such a walk without the assistance of a mechno-chair; however, its sluggish pace rendered it impractical in emergency situations.

" Our goals are certainly in alignment, my friend. So how shall we both benefit from this temporary alliance beyond the confines of the Corporate Interests Guild. Perhaps I should lead the charge in talking with the client and you can see whom we have to intimidate to get a sizeable return on our investment. " He extended his hand, clutching a wall to maintain his balance during the arduous ascent.

His kind was reknown for their proficiency in finance and negotiation, and she appeared to be the sort who did not concern herself with contractual obligations or the methods by which they would recoup their investments.

 

[Alina Tremiru]

"Conflict breeds innovation." It was why she truly believed peace was a lie. Stagnation, satisfaction with the statis quo. They could never improve in an environment like that. Darkwire and the crews like them only made it that much more important to improve here. Security, technology, cybernetics. This underground war was certainly something Alina could appreciate.

"Of course. Friendly competition between companies breeds just as much innovation. Keeping the conflicts from actual sabotage on a world like this would be ideal. No reason to fight on two fronts. It'll cost too much." Letting him take the lead wasn't a bad idea, but Alina was sure that she'd keep her eyes on what was going to be said. There was no such thing as free handouts. Letting him take the lead would mean letting him ensure his own benefit, even at the cost of her own.

She'd make sure they were both benefiting.

Shoom Gunray