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"Yes they are, though far less refined as your balls as I hear it. Though from what I have gathered we have very different practices within our high society. But I am sure we can grow over them, given enough time. I must say that I am eager to get a glimpse of your planet. I certainly hope that one day I can set foot on it on another visit."
"I hear that Daonlathas is an ecumenopolis. I am curious as to what lead to that decision. We ourselves use Spire Cities to maintain the nature and at the same time an easy acces towards space. I assume you have no need for a space elevator?" Pacifica: Myria, Sallodesia, Stoinia • A1-0: Stoinian Star Kingdom • Aurora: Kingdom of Threnebor
"Daonlathas is a product of history. It is where the Ryccian Empire was born. Due to its importance throughout millenia, the planet industrialized and urbanized to the scale we have to this very day"
"Say, Daonlathas has 1.2 trillion inhabitants. Are there any worlds as populated as my home planet in your realm?"
Deputy Regional Minister of the Planning and Development Agency(March 8-May 19, 2014)
Local Council Member(April 24-August 11) Court Justice of TSP(August 15-December 7)
"Ah not quite, but we are getting there. Currently the planet of Cornucopia is having the same process as Daonlathas once had. The planet is intended to become the largest internal trade hub of our Kingdom. It's population currently stand at 820 billion if I am not mistaken. But that doesn't mean we won't preserve the local wildlife, although it is very scarce. Most of the planet is already covered in spire cities. Currently Cornucopia is the closest planet like Daonlathas we have in our realm."
"I assume Daonlathas is the only one of its kind?" Pacifica: Myria, Sallodesia, Stoinia • A1-0: Stoinian Star Kingdom • Aurora: Kingdom of Threnebor
"Oh, no, we have a few more worlds that are similar in stature. However, none is as populous as Daonlathas, of course. For example, Kamino, the homeworld of the Kaminoan race, has 800 billion in population. Nearly covered in an ecumenopolitan agglomeration, Kamino has an artificial sea reserved for freshwater"
"Finance is crucial for my planet's economy. Does Stoinia have any worlds that focus on this field?"
Deputy Regional Minister of the Planning and Development Agency(March 8-May 19, 2014)
Local Council Member(April 24-August 11) Court Justice of TSP(August 15-December 7)
"Indeed Cornucopia was created for such means. And to that end has fulfilled its goals in our eyes and will continue to do so for centuries to come. Since our talks with the Chancellor have proven favourable, I am sure Cornucopia and Daonlathas will be the epicentre for future trade and finance between our nations peoples. However if you want to get into more details I should relay you to our Chancellor. He was elected to run that part of society after all."
"But I can assure you that Stoinia will become a favourable trading partner if we continue down this path of friendship." Pacifica: Myria, Sallodesia, Stoinia • A1-0: Stoinian Star Kingdom • Aurora: Kingdom of Threnebor
"I see. I believe your name is Chancellor Sheridan? Your Excellency, please, regarding your stock markets..."
The Senator continued to speak to the Stoinian delegation, introducing other Core Senators and business leaders from the capital. They spoke of economic and industrial matters. Constantinople, Ryccian Empire Arstine Palace Hall A Window "Wow, oi have never seen one of dese 'en real life!" "Senator Klaest, whatever are you doing with that monocular?" "'Esn't 'et obvious? Oim watchin' that Executor destroyar 'en der sky" "...Senator Klaest, I am aware of your...pedestrian dialect, so I shall not inquire as to why you are showing it. Why are you not attempting to obtain the attention of that King?" "Oi tought 'et was obvious. Oi have no 'enterest 'en der Stoinians. Mei planet is of no 'enterest to dose people. We export crops, we ain't needin' minerals or agricultural products right now. Besides, oim not hier for dat, Senator Purshev. You want me to vote against dat bankin' bill, eh? Why would a teeny world like me beautiful Serida do dat?" "Senator Klaest, whilst Serida may not have much relation to this bill, this is in the national interest. The Banking Regulations Act of 1031 ADR constrains the financial sector excessively, and thus, for our national prospe-" "Ahem" "It seems I wasn't clear, Senator Purshev. Why would Serida vote in favour of this bill? I mean, I wasn't invited to this ball just because little worlds such as mine are important to the Stoinians. I know what's going on" "For a pedestrian Senator from the New Territories, he is quite clever" "I have been observing your economic reports, and I am certain that Serida could see an increase in purchases of agricultural products by certain interested companies" "Hmm...interesting indeed. Well, I'll go back to see that dreadnought" "Do we have your support?" "Aye, oi can assure Serida's vote" "Very comical, Senator Klaest. I believe they are calling me over to the Stoinians. Proceed with your dreadnought-gazing" "Cheery lock, rich boy" Constantinople, Ryccian Empire Arstine Palace Hall The Stoinian Delegation "...So I see Cornucopia is quite the hub for trade", said a Senator from a wealthy world. "Gentlemen", said the capital's own Senator Argarri, "I have the pleasure to introduce Senator Purshev, Constantinople's delegate to the Imperial Senate" Purshev was a corrupt chap, but he was subtle about it. So far, he had dodged any serious accusations. He was a skilled - and rotten - politician, being one of the many making deals behind the scenes. Lucky that the Stoinians knew nothing of this. "Greetings, Chancellor Sheridan, how do you do? Care for a glass of some Constantinople fine wine?"
Deputy Regional Minister of the Planning and Development Agency(March 8-May 19, 2014)
Local Council Member(April 24-August 11) Court Justice of TSP(August 15-December 7)
"Of course. I certainly hope its taste lives up to this planet's beauty. Funny enough we do have a city in our Kingdom also called Constantinople, named after the great city back in the old ages on Terra."
He took a sip from the wine. "Hmm, not quite my style I think. But then again, I am more of a beer person myself. Say does the Ryccian Empire have beer beverages as well? In Stoinia there would certainly by a market for it." Pacifica: Myria, Sallodesia, Stoinia • A1-0: Stoinian Star Kingdom • Aurora: Kingdom of Threnebor
The Stoinian Chancellor was not aware of this, but beer in the Core and The Rim was seen as the drink of the lowest classes. Only one Senator in the affluent entourage of five Senators, four Congressmen and three industrialists that were talking with him had ever drank it, but out of shame, he dared not say it.
"...Um...I have not a singular clue...", said Senator Purshev, "beer is not a beverage we are accustomed with in the Core. The Senators and businessmen present here are either from the Core or The Rim, and thus we cannot tell a factual truth regarding this matter. Hmm...perhaps a guest from a more pedestrian system may speak more accurately" Purshev then signalled to Senator Kaul Klaest, the delegate of Serida, a rural system in the New Territories. Surprised, Klaest came, shocked that he was needed to speak with the Stoinians. Serida was a tiny world of 68 million, after all. Why would he be of any assistance? "Your Excellency, this is Senator Klaest, from the quaint planet of Serida. We were conversing regarding beer with the Stoinian Chancellor. Perhaps you may enlighten us about this drink, as it is more readily consumed in your area?" Klaest looked at Purshev with annoyance and confusion. This is why he needed to speak to the Stoinians? A cultural reference from the common classes? "Okay, well, beer is of course drank more in worlds like the one I represent in the Senate. A popular brand in my neck of the woods is Crown, a good type of alcohol. Here, if you want, drink some" Luckily for the conversation, Klaest had brought a bottle of beer that was served for the more pedestrian guests such as him. He was about to drink it when he was called over, but if he could get the attention of these Stoinians, perhaps Serida may have an advantage over other worlds by the mere mention of its existence to these foreigners. We'll see.
Deputy Regional Minister of the Planning and Development Agency(March 8-May 19, 2014)
Local Council Member(April 24-August 11) Court Justice of TSP(August 15-December 7)
The Chancellor took a sip from it and then proceeded to drink some more of it.
"Well Senator Klaest ... Your beer is mighty fine if I do say so myself. Given the name and good taste, I think it will be quite a product to be sold on the Stoinian market. Perhaps we ourselves could offer some of ours on the next time. But if you are really up for a challenge you should check the spirits some of our ethnicities have. Among those spirits the ethnicity of our King is most renowned for exceptionally good spirits. But I am afraid I can't accept anymore alcoholic beverages for now as I don't want to have a backlash from saying stupid things when I am drunk." "But please Senator Klaest do tell of your planet would be interested in an economic exchange of your beverage?" Pacifica: Myria, Sallodesia, Stoinia • A1-0: Stoinian Star Kingdom • Aurora: Kingdom of Threnebor
"Oh, no, my planet is tiny, Chancellor. Serida only has 68 million beings, and most of the economy of my world is related to farming. Our capital and biggest city, Seridaville, only has 88,000 people. If anything, we farm the ingredients and send them to some other planet that makes this beer"
"The only beer manufacturer I know of in Serida is the local Serider, a local brand consumed only in the world"
Deputy Regional Minister of the Planning and Development Agency(March 8-May 19, 2014)
Local Council Member(April 24-August 11) Court Justice of TSP(August 15-December 7) |
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