Quantum Encryption Active.
Black Nova,
The current situation is interesting to put it lightly.
Prior to the arrival on the Pisces Station, the arranged meeting between Senator Ayana and the SMX entity Melisson had its share of difficulties. Apparently the Mishu find it in their best interests to assault a member of the Motoyoshi Clan. Regardless, we managed to escape under some confusion between rival parties within their own force. Neither of the keys were touched. The Heion suffered minor to moderate damage, but thankfully, under quick thinking, we are alive.
Once on board the station, as the two keys readied for the conference. I managed to speak with security personnel. Confident that they were placed and competent I made a short inspection and escorted the Crown Prince and Senator briefly before making a final rounds. The station is sufficiently locked down around the conference area, but during the course of my work I sometimes find the security lacking in motivation. I do believe this is related to the requisitioned units and not normal garrison troops.
On the subject of the meetings content. I have near complete transcripts of the major points on file. But I should make prominent notes of Melisson, the Nepleslians, and the Nepleslia-Lorath-Yamatai exchange.
First, Melisson, representing the SMX interests, has remained enigmatic at this conference. I find many of her words cryptic at times. She is intelligent, almost too good for our situation. While I cringe at working so close to her, I understand the goals and accept them. At this time she seems satisfied watching our nations pull and bicker with each other. Tomorrow I hope the Prince or Senators pressure her more.
Next, the subject of Nepleslia and its delegates. The obvious revelations of the plague and SAINT assaults have placed us in precarious positions with them. Their emotion filled responses proved to stonewall our progress. Their own constituents may be more of a cause to this, what with their cultural tendencies. Should their responses remain combative I may request certain dismissals for the sake of the conference. I remain both wary and optimistic with Sky Marshall Davis. A clear head and good character he lead the meeting. But perhaps he is leading too much. Should he begin to move his charisma around, he will have a sizable and hardy push for any of his policies.
Lastly, the final minutes of the debate saw a undiplomatic breakdown. It began with heated debate stemming from the plague and the former Emperor's supposed involvement. The delegates eventually broke into less than professional stances. This proved problematic and the Crown Prince called for a recess. At this time a Lorath official has privately apologized for the outburst. How sincere it is remains to be seen in my opinion. For all its worth I find that this situation has soured the mood. If it were my place I would see fit to bar certain parties, however I let the Crown Prince remain free of my suggestions over such matters.
Regardless, this has been the first meeting. More information will certainly follow. I will continue to serve as a security official as well as an aid to the Crown Prince and Senator. All three mission parameters will continue to be met.
-Mr. Marks