The Widow
“Hello boys...." there came a slight chuckle as the woman flicked a lock of red hair away from her face. A few appreciative whistles cut the air.
" Haha...It's good to see so many familiar faces..” a wink went flashing to the crowd, her image being broadcasted across every ATC trade station, docking port, warehouse, and across the holonet home shopping network. It was a cause of celebration, and a buzz of excitement.
The return of the Southern Systems Business Bazaar Expo!
The vibrant, sultry, and ever boisterous Danger Arceneau’s holographic image bedecked in a figure hugging blue dress gave a winning smile. "The galaxy has been a buzz ladies and gentle beings... and I'm proud to say I've come in contact with several smart individuals you will find among this expo of the like you have never seen. We are bigger. Better. And if I do say so myself -- giving ya'll an ample show of these assets."
Chuckles would rain on at her comment, but she would continue. Going on almost over fifteen years that Danger Arceneau took control of Arceneau Trade from her daddy’s dead fingers and made it into a tier six company that it is today.
But Danger had plans. Bigger plans. Plans that would make Arceneau a house name for the entire Galaxy and beyond. She was the ambitious sort, and come the Nine Hells or high water, she was gonna get her due.
“So for this very reason, I’ve worked hard the past six months to bring you more of the best quality products I can find. Throughout the years I’ve met many, many wonderful and brilliant sentients who create magnificent products that by golly you should be able get without having to fuss with going halfway across the galaxy for!
You'll notice some changes here. And the most obvious one is up in the skies. We have several Shipyards and Businesses that have taken to provide you a tangible product to see for your self and tour if you like. We are going beyond holograms here, folks. We want you to see what you are buying. Step inside.
Trust me, you won't be disappointed.
For those of you at home, don't worry, we still give you the convenience and the peace of mind of having the buying power right in your hands with the click of a button or a shake of a hand.”
A loud roar of approval and cheers erupted from the crowd, brilliant lights flashing over the voluptuous President of Arceneau Trade and head of the Southern Systems Business Bazaar.
No expense was spared in the planning of this event. Contracts with the new Mandalorian brewery for their ale and the tried and true Whyren’s from the Corellian system ensured that there would be plenty of liquor flowing so that the Expo patron’s credit chips within easy access. Bright Star Entertainment was here to provide food, booze, and plenty of entertainment.
Various food booths, restaurants, and quick fix diners were scattered throughout -- many of them from distant planets in the galaxy to show off their skill. Anyone wanting to sate their tastebuds, fingerfoods delighting one and all, ensuring that folk were kept mobile so that they would be able to go from holobooth to holobooth at their leisure.
For those that were not going to be there in person, Danger ensured that the best holo-network slicers and technicians were on standby to provide a seamless holo-graphic browsing and buying experience.
Ain’t no expense spared, not with it being the second Semi-Annual Expo of the Southern Systems Business Bazaar.
A hand went waving coyly at the crowd, attempting to settle them down as Danger shined them all with that familiar trademark grin.
“Here the elite of the elite, as well as your local mom and pop companies rubbed elbows to sell out last years inventory and showcase the new galactic year’s arrivals. Looking to get a discount on something you’ve had your eye on the past year? Well here is the time to get more bang for your credit chip.
Top dogs like Corellian Engineering, Tenloss Corporation, Mandal Hypernautics, Koensayer Manufacturing, Salacia Consolidated, Hegemonic Automaton, Re'ess Regal Drives, and MandoMotors are here to present their goods with iconic flair. Smaller up and coming businesses like the Beast Hunter's Guild, Krayt Industries, Heofon Industries, Durasteel fist trading, Eisenwelt Eisenwerke, Vulcan Industries, and Hekler’Kok Defense are not shy at also presenting their products.
Here, the consumer is connected directly to the company -- speaking straight to one of their associates to help a client get exactly what they want, how they want it, and for the right price.”
There came a wink.
"We even have a kissing both -- makes one wonder what lovely ladies and gents will be offering a small sacrifice for charity." another wave of chuckles and hoots.
Hoots and hollers went roaring after this comment, Miz Arceneau flashing a brilliant smile at the crowd as flashes of lights and holonews droids recorded the event live.
“So with that, my darlin’s, I welcome you to the return of the Semi-Annual Southern Systems Business Expo and Auction!”
More cheers erupted in the vast market place area set out within one of the massive warehouses build by Arceneau. Air conditioning would ensure that the temperature was kept nice and cool, with plenty of water also set out for anyone wanting to hydrate themselves. Booths upon booths from several businesses lined up and down the warehouse, with the main spaceport taken over for anyone wanting to show off their goods in a more tactile manner.
This wasn't even including the plethora of large warehouses for the larger goods. It was an all out carnival and expo in one -- set to last two weeks.
Danger also set aside special firing ranges for anyone wanting to conduct sample test firings of weapon systems and aircraft.
And it was only the beginning.
