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The Treecuu Visit - The Birth of a New Era
#41

The Foreign Minister answered in his usual calm manner.

"Our so-called allies negotiated a separate peace with the Loo-Yee. They faltered in their determination, leaving huge gaps in our defensive lines. Their treachery called for action. They did not stand by their word. But we do. Perhaps I could have explained this part better, before worrying you."

"And no. That planet has been our peaceful subject for almost 200 years. You already impose order here, and you also respect us and our borders, as we respect you and yours."
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The King finished his desert as the Foreign Minister spoke. He cleaned his mouth and then proceeded te respond to the Minister.

"Good Minister. You know your way with words after all. Then I am certainly looking forward to putting a Non Aggression Pact in place as soon as possible. From there we can build upon. That way we clearly state both our orders and respect them. Perhaps we could have a new saying here in Stoinia: "Stoinia has only two friends. The Treecuu Star Empire and the Dark Void." But I will warn you, if by any chance you wish to dissolve such agreements with us, you face the wrath of the Stoinian Lion. The ones who faced it before you no longer live to tell the tales."

Alas the diner had come to an end, but who would wait the Treecuu response before finishing the night.
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The foreign minister showed no sign of reacting to the king's warning.

"I appreciate us being straight and forthright here" he simply answered. Looking at the king for a moment he continued. "I have one concern I would like to discuss in the same spirit."

He raised his glass towards his face and let his drinking tube dip into the liquid. The level could be seen sinking. He then put the glass back on the table, while the tube disappeared slowly between his jaws.

"You Terrans seem to have spread far and wide in this sector... What guarantees do we have that you will not try unite all Terran-populated worlds and attempt to dominate this sector?"

This display, which he had avoided so far, could now reinforce any xenophobic tendencies and maybe reveal hidden motifs in the king's answer, hoped the foreign minister.
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The Treecuu were clever, even for the insectoids amongst them. That cleverness is a useful trait to have in an ally. 

"I see you are quite knowledgeable about the sector. We ourselves have met the Ryccians and the Drakari who both have Terrans populations. I just returned from a state visit in the Ryccian Empire and I can assure you we can't live together in the same house. We have grown very different over the centuries our values are completely different. The main principle upon which we left Terra is that we spread out Mankind in many different states. That core principle is still within us and after facing the Ryccians, we are certain now more than ever, that it is best to each live the way they want. However if any nations mistreats Terrans then you can expect us to take actions."

The King took his final sip and stood up.

"And if by any chance we wish to assert our dominance then we would need help from a reliable ally such as the Treecuu. Imposing on order on those who wish to bring it to the rest of the sector is quite a futile action if you ask us. Now I believe that will suffice for today. Thank you our new Treecuu Friends to share this diner with us. Our Guards will bring you back to your quarters."

The Treecuu and Stoinian Officials paid their respects and went to their rooms.
Next thing in the morning after a good night sleep the Treecuu were conveyed to the same meeting room they entered the day before. The King was already up and ready for talks sitting at the table.

"Ah Mr. President. I hope you are in good shape as we will be doing a lot of discussing today. Perhaps we can even come to an agreement today. Did you have a good night sleep?"
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The President did never sleep well nowadays, and all the strange noises, smells and slightly different gravity did not help.

"Well, you know how it can be on an unfamiliar planet..." smiled the President, hoping the monarch would appreciate him being honest.

"But the quarters are very comfortable, your highness, so we are all in great shape, thank you. I look forward to today's discussions."
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The King smiled. He appreciated the President's honesty and was really looking forward to the talks.

"I can understand. Sometimes even visiting a more physically demanding planet can be quite enduring. And to imagine my ancestor Iulian I made his entire career by visiting all these different worlds ... But I am glad we can finaly speak properly with our neighbours now and that there isn't need for another Crusade."

The King felt a little discomfort when talking about the Crusades against a xeno. 

"But I am glad you are able to enjoy your quarters. Please have a seat."

Then all the officials from both sides sat down at the round table. Then the Strategos spoke.

"As you all know both parties would like to secure their domain and authority. For that reason I suggest we finalise our agreement on the border patrols. We agreed upon a limit of 10 Treecuu Frigates and 5 Stoinian Destroyers for standard patrols. If heavy resistance is encountered by another party then the engaging party will notify the other party of increased military activity. On the Stoinian part we will ensure that our military bases of Deep Space 2 and 3 and Dragonfire will receive an end-to-end encrypted channel for both parties. Beware that we can't share the locations of our military bases as per our protocols, so we will work through an entrenched communication line with multiple buoys with frequent patrols. If the Treecuu would be so kind to give us one of their secure systems for their military bases or locations for buoys than we can start plotting these communication lines."
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#47

The Treecuu official agreed and remained very productive during the meeting. The Stoinians could see that the Treecuu could be worthy allies with the same vision on the sector. It will take time before it would come to fruition, but the first steppingstone were made.
A Non Aggression Pact was signed by both parties in which both stated their intention to not attack one another and the promise of cooperation. The rights of each nation would be respected as border patrols would be limited to 10 Treecuu Frigates and 5 Stoinian Destroyers. A new and complex communication system was made through buoys as to alert one another of enemy forces or larger patrols. Clearly both sides wanted to protect their borders, while not infringing on the other's. Plans were also made for a propaganda stunt where the Treecuu hand over Stoinian pirates to convince both parties that the other party is a worthy ally or to reaffirm their quest for order. These plans would become reality after the King would return from his visit to the Ryccian Empire and visit Ecteen, the Treecuu Capital. 

On the remainder of the Treecuu visit, the Treecuu delegation were shown the many fine elements of Sinaia and even brought to a concert of the Royal Sinaia Philharmonic Orchestra. A sight to behold for both the Treecuu and the Stoinians at the concert. Although the xenophobia rampant in the Star Kingdom, the Sinaians knew that a change in stance had to be made and no incidents were known. The outer colonies were furious that xeno filth had set foot on its capital and the opposition would play this card well to gain traction and critique the Kings policy. The Treecuu had enjoyed their stay and could see that cooperation with their new southern neighbour was most desireable.

On the visit to the Treecuu Capital, the King would announce the Joint Exploration Fleet and simultaneously the propaganda stunt would unfold itself. This would offset any large criticism on the Stoinian half for rushing such a cooperation with a xeno race this early on. A show of deeds would speak louder than the words of any xeno. In this Joint Exploration Fleet the young Prince Aurelian would have his first command in the military. This Fleet will be lead by the now Admiral Garibaldi as head by its Chief of Staff as the Stoinians had the most experience on holding exploratory missions, though the Treecuu would have an equal say in it. At Ecteen the King held a speech broadcasted all over the two nations.

"My dear Treecuu friends. We have finished the talks on economic cooperation between our two nations and trade routes from Ecteen to Arcadia, Candact to Hyperion and Otane to Corillia. As well as the construction of new embassies on Elvoon and Arcadia. I am sure that with a partner like the Treecuu we will grow stronger and we can work together for a better future in this turbulent sector. For both our nations have known strife and together we will rise more powerful than before so we that we may never again know strife. It is for that reason that I am proud to announce here today that we have come to an agreement to explore this sector together and learn more from one another that way. I hear some of my brethren asking why so hasty? To them I tell you, what if there are other Mardakii out there or the Loo-Yee, the ancient enemy of the Treecuu? We want to eradicate them so our children can sleep at night in peace. Together we increase that chance and we will show the barbarians of this sector that there is a new Order coming to the sector. An era in which we, both Stoinians and Treecuu, tell the universe that we will no longer accept the reign of barbarity in our galaxy. An era in which both our nations will only grow stronger from and no longer live in fear! Times are changing, but I can assure both our people that it is for the better of both our kinds. To that dream I salute the Treecuu Star Empire and may we live forever in peace."
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Few bothered with the difference between the capital planet - Ecteen, and the capital city - Irveem. Except for the Irveemers themselves of course. But most of the planet's inhabitants could feel the winds of change blowing and their status slipping from them. There were fewer sessions in the Senate nowadays, and while many approved of it, there were fewer visits by the nonchalant Mandate Governors. There were even cautious rumours of the capital being moved to the Candact system, where the newly inaugurated seat of the Committee for the Expansion of the Empire was located.

Irveem was located near the planet's equator at the foothills of a mountain chain that had been withered down during the aeons. The recent and more bombastic leaderships had never managed to get clearance for their monumental buildings, and the city still was a bastion of the ideals of the old Treecuu Republic. The architecture was meant to be a respectful nod to the surrounding nature, providing a warm and welcoming atmosphere, not imposing. This had been an issue for the Committe, who sought to impress the Stoinians, especially militarily. For that reason, they had let the Marines rehearse a grand parade in the traditional manner that their new friends apparently still practised. But that was not all. They had prepared surprise after the parade.

After having been welcomed to Irveem, the Stoinian delegation had been offered a tour of the city from the air. Food was offered in the Yuun-Eem, a hall-like cave behind a waterfall with a splendid view of the older parts of the city. The delegations were then taken to the balcony of the Presidential Palace, where the President and Chairman gave speeches, followed by the Stoinian King. The assembled crowd below, consisting only of the Treecuu amphibians and insectoids, cheered with passion when the King spoke of defeating the Loo-Yee. While many Ecteeners viewed the increased militarisation of the Star Empire and increasingly aggressive foreign politics spearheaded by the Committee, many were relieved the Treecuu had found a friendly power in the neighbourhood. For many it was also the first time seeing a live xeno, but the authorities had made sure to provide documentaries on their guests as to prepare the Treecuu.

After the speeches came the parade. An entire brigade had practised marching on foot to music and made a splendid performance, passing the balcony company by company with proud and forceful steps, saluting the Stoinian King with precise shouting. The surprise, the Committee members hoped, would impress the Stoinians even more.

As the last company had passed, a Lootuu class cruiser materialised only a kilometre away. Had it been there all the time, or did it warp there just now? If it had been there all the time, the cloaking technology must have been good. If it instead had warped there, it would mean that the Treecuu had great precision in navigation and means to prevent the sudden displacement of air from creating an explosion. This were questions that the Committe hoped the Stoinians would ask themselves. The cruiser made some imposing manoeuvres before firing a massive salvo of missiles that exploded into a colourful patterns. It then disappeared just as sudden as it came.

The day ended with a dinner in the Presidential Palace and continued negotiations.
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