The journey had been uneventful and according to schedule. He had not expected any interruptions. Despite preparing for the worst, he was pleased to see it did not come to pass. Once he met up with Tmoxin again, he was pleased that she chose to greet him with a kiss rather than another form of embrace. His arms around her, and barely contained excitement revealed it was a most welcome gesture, one he returned with pleasure. He followed her into the shuttle. The ride gave them time to catch up, and share their views on today's event.
When they arrived, they were met with a man and the smell of alcohol. He allowed Tmoxin to introduce them, and respond once he asked if they required additional information. She asked the right questions. He was, after all, the one who had called them here. If he wanted the outcome to be a favourable one, it was in his best interest to share whatever information might benefit that. If the outcome disappointed him, he had himself and his briefing to blame. The Senator gave the man a greeting, in the form of a polite nod and a well-rehearsed 'How do you do', that conveyed exactly what it had to but little more.
Without a word, he watched as he shared a few more bits of information. Of course, all signs of pleasantry faded as he had the audacity to threaten them. It was certainly a risk by their contact, given the power they had to flip this whole situation around on him. Threats only served as incentive to do so. He took a few very calculated steps in his direction. The expression of his face gave nothing away. "Repeat that threat one more time, and our arrangement is over." his tone was cold and unforgiving. Clearly, the Senator was not impressed. "I don't respond well to threats." to think he had no power to retaliate, was foolish. He would strike first and last, if it came to it.
"Let's begin." unless of course he would prefer they caught the first shuttle back. Given the brand and fabric of his suit, it was not like he was going to go starving if this visit proved uneventful. The Senator walked to the side, allowing for some space between them again as the tension hopefully dissipated, and moved towards the door.
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