Business makes the Galaxy Turn

[Yoru Shakou]

"What do we know of her?"

Twas a simple question, poised by the Baroness to the young woman whom stood next to her at her large desk. The nexu sleeping quietly in the corner on its large bed, a plush toy of a reek resting in its arms as it chewed on it while it purred. The Baroness' eyes shifted to the best for a moment, the sight one that could easily cause someone to forget that deep down the beast was still feral in its own way and still just as dangerous. The Baroness allowed a smirk to cross her lips as she listened silently to the slave girl whom held the datapad in her arms.

"She owns a powerful company ma'am. Powerful enough to cause others to go bankrupt and even cause a few galactic governments to tremble."

The fact that one being could hold such power was more than a grab for the Baroness' attention. Her own little company, Magrath Industries was still small, only spanning the whole of the system, though already cranking out vessels to protection the Oligarchy and the system itself. The Baroness though was always looking for others whom she could woo in her own way to invest in her little company.

She knew that there was something about to come, something on the horizon that could finally allow the Avidon Oligarchy to have the breathing room it needs so it could expand beyond its own little system. The Baroness brought her elbows to rest upon the large desk, her fingers steepled as she thought for a moment before smiling.

"It is a good thing then that she was invited. Bring out the good liquor, not the cheap stuff."

With a silent bow the slave girl moved towards the large shelves that lined the room. Her hand running along a book to cause the shelf to push open before sliding to the side, revealing a rather fine selection of wines and liquors from across the galaxy.

"Show her in."

[member="Danger Arceneau"]

 

[Danger Arceneau]

Baroness Magrath -- of the Magrath Oligarchy.

Now there was a woman taking a hold of her interests and turning it for the better, Dangeruese Rose Arceneau would mull to herself. She'd had Alisha'ven get her more details on the Baroness and the Oligarchy. Magrath Industries would pop up into the radar, and Danger wasn't one to look down upon companies such as these.

They made local systems economies stable; to be frank Arceneau Trade started out much the same way. And if there was anything Danger knew well of, is that everyone needed to make nice one way or another.

One never knew when a favor could be had from the networks one kept. The Baroness would be no different.

She was of noble blood, but Danger had wined and dined with her kind before.

Dressed in a stunning blue dress that would hug her figure, Danger would slowly make her way out of her ship along with her entourage -- that is Alisha'ven and a security guard from Darkwater. The large Hergelic would follow close behind, towering over her.

Not to say she wouldn't be safe with the Baroness, but a girl could never be too careful.

Slowly, she'd make her way towards the greeters. From there, they would lead her to where the Baroness would be.

 

[Yoru Shakou]

The room was stately to say the least, a study fit for the most learned scholar or a woman showing her own power. Massive book shelves lined the room, each with their own compartment hidden away with their own secrets. With a soft grin upon her lips those golden-yellow hues peered towards the doors as they swung open, the woman that the Baroness had her own reasons for seeing, standing before her. Holding a hand up, the young slave girl Mira bowed before turning to the guest.

"Your bodyguards are requested to remain here at the door."

She gave a soft bow before looking back to her mistress. The Baroness sat quietly, her hands clasped together as she leaned forward in her seat. Steppling her fingers and waiting patiently. She would understand then and there if her guest felt a bit uncomfortable leaving her bodyguards outside, or if she felt the need to leave.

Either way the Baroness would be able to judge the character of the woman before her. One whom was cautious or one whom was brazen and wouldn't mind taking a risk here or there. With a soft grin on her lips the Baroness waited, watching her guest with baited breath.

[member="Danger Arceneau"]

 

[Danger Arceneau]

[member="Baroness Magrath"]

Danger's lips would quirk in a faint smile.

A subtle motion from her hand would gesture the order to stand down. They were mostly there for mere presence; what few knew is that Danger was born and raised on Tatooine.

Her daddy done taught her how to protect herself.

"of course," she would draw out in a honeyed voice. Once they had set themselves down by the door, Danger would enter the room. There, she would beheld the Baroness.

Following proper customs and courtesies, Danger would greet her.

"Baroness Magrath, a pleasure. It is an honor."

 

[Yoru Shakou]

Mira gave a soft bow as a sign of thanks that the woman would not try to fight it, as she turned and moved back towards the Baroness, showing her guest the way in. Standing quietly, the young girl looked towards the Baroness before taking a step back, and awaiting the next command. The Baroness herself sat quietly, her eyes pressed into a datapad as she ran over a few reports that had been brought to her earlier that morning. With a soft smile upon her own lips, she slid the pad away before looking up at her guest.

Those golden-yellow hues fell upon Danger, watching her as she approached. Her soft smile turning into a small smirk as she followed the proper customs and courtesies. It wasn't often that many even went that far into the pomp and flair of it all just for the little Baroness, after all her position of nobility wasn't all that grand. There were times when she was even amazed that she had a friend whom by far outranked even her, that being of the title Queen.

"Welcome Mrs. Arceneau, or is it Miss?"

The Baroness asked simply before standing from the large chair she was seated in, her nexu still sleeping had deemed it necessary to see whom was approaching its mistress, as one of its eyes was open before it blinked shut when no threat was shown.

[member="Danger Arceneau"]

 

[Danger Arceneau]

[member="Baroness Magrath"]

The Baroness was lucky. Very lucky that Danger had years of practice to reign in her temper when dealing with prospective business associates.

Granted, few knew that being called 'mrs.' was one of her pet peeves.

So she would give the woman a smile, and in turn as the Nexu would round to observe who had arrived, Danger would simply say, "Miz."

She wasn't married. But she sure as karking hell wasn't an innocent schoolgirl.

"Miz. Arceneau."

Now it was time to see what this meeting would develop into.

 

[Yoru Shakou]

"Please."

The Baroness motioned with her hand to the large comfortable chair before the desk, before taking her own. Settling in, she looked back to the Nexu whom had decided now to lay at her side, purring contently. With a soft smile at her beast, her golden-yellow hues shot up to Mira before giving a polite nod to the young slave girl. Moving her attention back to her guest, her smile remained retained upon her lips as she motioned with her hand once more.

"Would you care for a drink?"

She asked, before motioning towards the big cases, each of them being opened as Mira ran a hand over a single book. As they slid away, they revealed the various drinks from across the galaxy nestled within the hidden cabinets beneath. Liquor, Tea and all manner of drinks remained in their various containers as the Baroness smiled. She understood that some people probably wanted to get to business, though she always found that a drink could lighten the mood.

[member="Danger Arceneau"]

 

[Danger Arceneau]

[member="Baroness Magrath"]

"Yes please, Lady Magrath." Danger would reply in turn, her expression cordial. It appears that the Baroness knew how to play the game. Well, not much of a game as much as held the role of a hostess and hospitality in regard. While some may desire to go and deal with business bluntly, Danger knew that what mattered was timing.

And a bit of hospitality.

"Corellian Whiskey.. Whyren's if you have it."

 

[Yoru Shakou]

"Mira."

The Baroness cooed softly, the young woman bowing before she grabbed the glasses and the bottle of whiskey, setting it down on the table for a moment. Always anticipating her own Mistress' needs though, she had brought out a soft Blossom Wine from Naboo, a favorite of the Baroness'. With a soft smile she kept her eyes on Arceneau, taking a moment to size her up as it were, though in actuality she was merely enjoying the beauty of a fellow woman.

"I believe we've a few things to speak of."

A soft smile graced her lips as she leaned forward slightly. Her hands clasping together as Mira poured the whiskey into the glass, gentle sliding it before the guest. With a soft grasp, the Baroness lift her own glass before setting the wine down next to her, looking at the color for a moment before smiling. It was something of a habit for her to inspect the soft shade of the wine.

[member="Danger Arceneau"]

 

[Danger Arceneau]

[member="Baroness Magrath"]

Danger humbly and graciously accepted the glass of whiskey from Mira. A smile of thanks would follow suit, along with another grateful murmur to her hostess, the Baroness.

A slow walk would bring the woman over towards a chair, where she would drape herself comfortably and sit down.

"You are too kind," Danger would say, motioning again, to the whiskey. "So, my lady... what might I be able to be of service for?"

 

[Yoru Shakou]

"During these times kindness can get you just as far as speaking softly and carrying a big stick." ​

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The Baroness smiled to her guest as she took her seat before running a hand along her desk. She pushed a few items out of the way to bring up the most important files. Flipping through them, her attention was on her guest, while she ran her fingers over a few papers before smiling softly, her hands coming up and crossing over one another before her chin came to rest upon them.​

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"A working relationship, an understanding between two women with ambition." ​

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It was simple enough and the Baroness was already enjoying just how blunt and to the point that 'Miz.' Arceneau was, something not often seen in many people whom were often more interested in catering to the nobility of the Galaxy. A soft smile crossed her lips though as she enjoyed and relished the talks that were to come between the two women.​

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[member="Danger Arceneau"]​

 

[Danger Arceneau]

[member="Baroness Magrath"]

Well certainly the Baroness was speaking her kind of language.

Danger's smile would widen, and an eyebrow would perk in curiousity. "You've piqued my interest, Baroness Magrath. "

Indeed, she had. The glass of whiskey would rise to lips and she'd take a sip. That fiery liquid would be a reminder to her roots. Ahh, perfect.

"Just what do you have in mind?"

 

[Yoru Shakou]

Careful watching of the woman's movement, her sip of her drink, the curling of her lips into a smile was more than enough to tell the Baroness that some form of interest had been piqued. The Baroness herself took a similar sip of her drink, setting the vessel down unto the large table as she remained postured in her seat. With a soft smile of her own, she nodded towards Mira, the young slave girl stepping forward with a datapad and setting it down. ​

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"I have my own ambitions to spread the name of Magrath Industries." ​

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There was all the ambition in more than twenty systems in that simple statement, though she knew that she would face plenty of challenges from rivals. She also had an entire system and government to run as well, and the desk alone showed just how busy she had been. With her hands running along the datapad and allowing it to rest for the moment, she returned to her thought.​

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"Yet, I would not desire to step on any toes as I intend to spread the name of Magrath Industries."​

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[member="Danger Arceneau"]​

 

[Danger Arceneau]

[member="Baroness Magrath"]

"Go on," Danger would ask the woman to continue. It was best to see what exactly the Baroness wanted out of this. What did she want ATC and Magrath industries to work for?

"Tell me how this looks like for you?"