NationStates Jolt Archive


The Knight Stands On One Knee

Allanea
27-12-2007, 08:39
Liberty-City, a very, very deep Executive Bunker

“Maverick Monningham, I have decided to take the advice of Senate Majority Leader Reynes, and entrust you with a mission of high national importance. You will accept this mission.” - Kazansky moved only slightly, throwing a heavy-bladed knife at what was once a portrait hanging on the wall of the bunker. Several knives and darts already festooned the portrait, to the point it was impossible to recognize the person on it.

“But Mister President, it is not wise, perhaps, to yet again entrust...”

“I trust your experience deeply. As a matter of fact, your experience is the key reason I send you, the Secretary of State, on this mission, and not some mere underling. Are we clear, Maverick?” - Kazansky's smile widened, but his voice seemed to drip with poison.

“But Sir, have you consulted the advisors on defense on this issue?”

“Not needed. I will judge the defense implications of our move myself. Go now. Write the announcement.”

Three days later, Lord Túrelio nos Fingolfin received a note from Monningham.


Your Honorable Highness!

May the blessings of Eru follow your step. As the Secretary of State of the United States of Allanea, I would wish to, first of all, express the deep and unlimited gratitude that the United States definitely owes Menelmacar. Yes, surely, there have been certain misunderstanings along the way, but my superior assures you he remains dedicated to maintaining the ties between our nations, and to his continued Service to Her Majesty the Queen [may Eru continue to bless her].

I would like to request a meeting with Your Most Honorable Highness, to discuss with You the following items of interest:

1.The impending demilitarization of the Allanean defensive facilities on Earth and in Sol in general, and the possible impact they may bear on our obligations towards the Eternal Empire.
2.The privileges of direct members of the Royal Family, Menelmacari public servants military personnel during their possible stay in Allanea, including but not limited to monetary benefits, honor receptions, access to luxury services and the full and unlimited transport capacities of the Allanean government.
3.Indirect benefits from Allanea's diplomatic and trade expansion and the success of the Johnson Program.
4.The MIDF Serviceman Annual Gift Package.
5.Coordinating the efforts of pro-elven charities in Allanea, such as Operation Quenya, Inc., with the Diplomatic Service.
6.General dissemination of the joint values of our civilisation.

Please respond with details of your preferred time and location of the meeting.

Sincerely yours,
M. Monningham,
United States Secretary of State.