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Premier Quetzalcoatl Nochtli sat back in his chair, watching the sun setting over the hills. Birds of in the distance flew past the purple sky. For once, the war and all of his worries seemed so far away, well, almost all of his worries. There was just one, the Khalifah.

He went back inside his adobe house and sat down at his computer. Quietly, he then sent out a message.

To: Sultan Suleiman Al Bashir II
From: Premier Quetzalcoatl Nochtli
Subject: Junket to Istanbul

Greetings,

It would be my honor if I were to visit Istanbul on a diplomatic mission to establish better relations. I would like to visit you personally, if that is possible. Coming along with me will be my wife and a few guards. I hope to hear from you soon. May we both get to visit each other and may peaceful and fruitful relations happen between both of our countries.

-Premier Quetzalcoatl Nochtli

With that, the Premier sent his message, looking forward to this trip. Maybe, friendship could exist between their two nations.

To: Premier Quetzalcoatl Nochtli
From: Sultan Suleiman Al Bashir II
Subject: Junket to Istanbul

I will be please to have you come to Istanbul.Feel free to come over for this diplomatic mission between our nations, whenever you can get here.

signed Sultan Suleiman Al Bashir II

Leaning back, Quetzalcoatl read over the Sultan’s response. It was a good sign, seemed to suggest that relations have smoothed over a bit since the debacle – that of the Ottoman Civil War. The Soviet had stuck their finger into the Ottoman political pie. Not only were they caught, they lost several good agents, not to death, but, forced defection. Oh sure, those responsible for the failure were punished, some lost their jobs, others who committed more extreme violations were given jail time, but it was a blow to the ANL never then less.

This mission, this junket was indeed one of overt diplomatic nature. Another covert operation would be another failure, something the ANL as a leader in the socialist world couldn’t take. A disaster like that could be fatal, especially with the ANL at war with Hataria and her allies. Rather then conducting a covert intelligence mission, this was an overt mission, not of intelligence, but rather establishing better relations.

Quetzalcoatl turned around in his chair, gripping the arms of the chair tightly. He then got up and walked down to the garden patio of the adobe.

“Angelica.” He called out.

He found her tending to the azaleas he had planted in the garden. The vibrant red flowers glowed in the summer night air. Quickly, she turned around and said, “Oh, hey Quetzal, how are you doing?”

“I’m good, how’s Xihuitl?”

Smiling, she said, “Asleep, but doing fine. Only a month old and he already looks a lot like you.”

Quetzalcoatl had to cut down to business. “Remember when I told you Jorge Arroyo asked us to go on that junket to Istanbul? Well, we’re going pretty soon. Now, unless if you really are opposed to going, I would like you to come with me. We’re having a few guards coming as well, just for protection.”

Sighing, Angelica said, “All right, sounds like it will be an interesting trip. However, what should we do with Xihuitl?”

“Well, we can take him or we can leave him in the car of your sister.” Quetzalcoatl said, looking over the azaleas.

Standing up, she resigned, “I think it would be best if we left him with her.”

“Alright, I’ll tell Congressman Arroyo that we’re going to go. We’ll leave in a week.”

Quetzalcoatl walked back into the adobe, grabbed a phone and called Congressman Arroyo. Fifteen minutes later, he sent another message to the Sultan.

“If it would not be too much of a hassle, we would like to come in a week, so that we may both prepare all arrangements.”

OOC: Obviously, we won’t wait a week. Maybe in a post or two, we can advance the RP.

To: Premier Quetzalcoatl Nochtli
From: Sultan Suleiman Al Bashir II
Subject: Junket to Istanbul

That would be great, within one weeks time...we'll meet face to face..I will be please to meet you!

signed Sultan Suleiman Al Bashir II

Location: Tenochitilán, México, Aztec National Leage
11:37 AM

A silver Iu-96 jetliner bared the emblem of the Aztec Soviet government on its tail. Several crew members moved about the hanger, waiting for the arrival of the Premier, wife and guards. This would be a major junket for the Premier and the ANL, so the tension was high, not only was this the first official voyage for the new aircraft, this was the first time in a long time since the Premier had taken a diplomatic mission.

Suddenly, the hangar doors opened slowly, and a red muscle car rumbled into the hangar. Behind it was a black generic sedan. Four doors opened and four agents walked out of the car, two dressed in suits and the other two dressed in casual clothing.

The red muscle car’s engine shut off, and its heavy metal doors opened. The Premier’s heavy combat boot pressed down against the cold cement as he lifted himself out of the car. Across, the Premier’s wife, Angelica, stood up. They went to the back and took out their luggage. The Premier had in his hands a brief case and a black duffle bag, while Angelica had her regular cloth suitcase.

“So, are we ready to take this trip?” Asked Quetzalcoatl.

His wife turned around, “Looking forward to it.”

The Foreign Affairs Minister, Dr. Darius Wellington stood in waiting. “Well, Quetzal, I wish you well on the trip, do you want me to send anything to the Sultan about your arrival?”

“Just send our profiles.” Said the Premier.

“Right, take care now.” Dr. Wellington walked towards the red muscle car and got in. Quetzalcoatl turned around from the stairway leading to the jet’s door, “Don’t crash the car, alright?” He asked jokingly.”

“No problem, Quetzal.” Reponded Dr. Wellington.

Behind hi, another agent got into the black car, driving it away. The Premier’s car then zoomed off behind it, going back to the Premier’s adobe house.

A few minutes later, the jet’s door shut, and the crew vacated the hangar. The engines began to turn, and the jet slowly moved forward.

Inside, the Premier sat next to his wife. He had given her the window seat. “So, are you really looking forward to this trip?”

“Oh yeah,” she replied, “I’ve always been interested in the Ottomans. Their ability to stay in power has been fascinating. I’m looking forward to meeting the Sultan.”

Quetzalcoatl but his hand on her shoulder and leaned over, looking out of the window. The jet began to shake as it accelerated up the runway, and a few minutes later, the plane began its accent into the sky.


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To: Sultan Suleiman Al Bashir II
From: Dr. Darius Wellington, Foreign Affairs Minister
Subject: Visitors

Greetings, Sultan Suleiman Al Bashir II,

As the Minister of Foreign Affairs, it is my responsibility to send you a profile of who is coming on the Premier’s junket. I thank you for allowing such a trip to occur. May we both have peaceful relations in the future…

-Dr. Darius Wellington, Foreign Affairs Minister (http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y50/Spectrechris/george.jpg)
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs
The Untied Socialist Republic of Aztec National League

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Premier Quetzalcoatl Nochtli (http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y50/Spectrechris/randy_castillo.jpg)
Age: 26
Weight: 189 lbs
Height: 5’10”
Former Jaguar Warrior Infantryman, Rank: Commander

Angelica Ixtapia-Nochtli (http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y50/Spectrechris/rosalyn.jpg)
Age: 25
Weight: 137 lbs.
Height: 5’8”

Nigel Gordon (http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y50/Spectrechris/Kerouac.jpg)
Age: 29
Weight: 172 lbs.
Height: 6’0”
Aztlán Intelligence Agency – Rank: Lieutenant

Pierce Bowman (http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y50/Spectrechris/timothydalton.jpg)
Age: 42
Weight: 187 lbs.
Height: 5’11”
Internal Security and Protection Agency – Rank: Commander

Raquel Xihuitl (http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y50/Spectrechris/Raquel.jpg)
Age: 37
Weight: 142 lbs
Height: 5’6”
Aztlán Intelligence Agency: Rank: Lt. Commander

Sergio Díaz (OOC: couldn't think of a picture for him.)
Age: 51
Weight: 192 lbs.
Height: 6’4”
Diplomatic Core: Rank: Diplomat

Dune Empress of the Imperium Haziqah bin Bashir (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v504/Ottoman01/Sh86.jpg) and Sultan Suleiman Al Bashir II (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v504/Ottoman01/el_fadil.gif) were waiting at Istanbul International Airport… it was only few more minutes before the leader of ANL and his wife would land at the Airport…the Sultan was just wearing his white suit and his wife Haziqah was wearing a light black long coat, with a long black skirt, also she had on her blue headscarf on, just only showing her face, but not her hair.. They watched as the ANL leader plane landed…the Al Muslimeen Honor Guard line up to give the formal greetings to the leader of the ANL.

“Well, lets get this show started, dear.” Remark the Sultan, he was speaking in English, with British accent. Since People in KLM learn British English then to American English, they think better then to Yankee English as they call it..

“Alright…this should be a interesting meeting..” reply Haziqah with in British English Accent…


Both them with a group of Imperial Black guardsmen move to meet the leader of ANL and his wife, was got off the plane

The silver plane door opened, and Nigel Gordon was the first person to peer out of the plane. He walked slowly down the stairway, looking about for anything that might pose a threat to the Premier. He then stopped midway down the stairs, made a signal to Raquel, who was standing at the door. From behind her, Premier Quetzalcoatl Nochtli made his first step into the environment of the Khailfah. Although he was used to the typically sunny weather of Aztlán, his gray eyes had become accustomed to the artificially lit interior of the jet. His pupils dilated as the sun met his eyes. However, he tolerated the discomfort and continued down one step.

Behind him was Angelica. Upon stepping out of the artificial environment, she shielded her eyes from the sun by looking down. The couple then walked down the stairway, with Nigel leading the way. Raquel, Sergio and Pierce followed after the Premier and his wife.

Nigel then moved to the side, joining the others in flanking the Premier and his wife. The air smelled of jet exhaust. Quetzalcoatl then began to talk, “Hmm, this should be an interesting encounter.” The Premier took notice of the Al Muslimeen Honor Guard. The Premier stopped and turned towards them. He then took his hand out of his coat pocket and raised his hand to eye level, saluting them. He then lowered his arm, turned towards the Sultan and walked slowly over to the Sultan and his wife.

Quetzalcoatl then leaned over to Angelica. She said, “His wife is very pretty. I wonder if the headscarf is something she has to wear all the time?” They then walk up to the Sultan and his wife. With no visible trepidation, the Premier extends his hand out to the Sultan and, in a friendly, gentle manner, said, “It’s an honor to meet you, Sultan Suleiman Al Bashir II.”

The Sultan the shake the Premier hand and said” It also an honor to meet you, Premier Quetzalcoatl Nochtli. Please following me to the limo.”

The Sultan and his wife lead them to the limo, everyone got in…they taken to the Sultan Palace ( http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v504/Ottoman01/Buildings/famous_DolmabahcePalace.jpg), where they pass thought to rose gardens of the Palace lawn. Throughout the front of the palace, they saw the many Imperial Black Guardmens around 20 in the front of the Palace..they were busy just patoling the area for any theats to the Palace. The Sultan leaded the group of ANL officers to the front doors of the Palaces..He walked with cane, and had his black sunglass on do the fact his eyes weak from past wars.. and couldn’t stand sunlight that well. Plus he had on a white glove on his right hand..which was robotic…He lost his real right hand in the Second Ottoman-Soviet War.. To him that robotic hand was scar, that he couldn’t look , he had to have a glove on it at all times. When he had the robotic hand on..the only resoned he had a cane..was to help him walk..since his right leg was badly damaged in the Second Ottoman Soviet War.

By the time they finally reach the front doors of the palace, he nodded for his Guards to open the doors of the palace.. As they enter the palace.. He began to speak” Welcome to my humble home, friends…let hope your stay here is enjoyable..” Said the Sultan, then he lead them to the main meeting room. There was big table with chairs for the to seat down. When everyone seated, and settled in. Sultan finally ask his question

“ So what beings you’re here Premier Quetzalcoatl Nochtli?” He asked

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It was a fair question, indeed. It was quite odd for a foreign official to just come out of the blue.

Quetzalcoatl sighed, “Well, I don’t have to remind you of the debacle that occurred during the Ottoman Civil War. That was something that was never supposed to happen. Neither I nor the Vice Premier authorized it. The officials who violated my orders have been fired and are currently serving jail terms. However, I, and the Soviet Congress feel that the ultimate act of re-establishing friendly relations would be a state visit. And well, here I am.”

"I see...no hard feeling eh? No harm has been done after all..your lost agents...are still alive and well.. re-establishing friendly relations by state vist...good idea. I must say..well we can put the pass behind us and look forward to better future. Anything else to discuss?" asked the Sultan

"Indeed, best to remember the past, live in the present and strive for the future. Besides, so many changes have occured in the Khailfah Al Muslimeen, it would seem wise to start off as friends."

Angelica looked over the Sultan's palace, saying, "I must say, this is an amazing estate. I'm sure there's great history behind these walls. So tell me, how's the current political condition in the Khailfah, if I may ask?"

OOC: I'll be back in a couple of hours.

"Very wise words lets hope our nations become friends...the current political condition of the Khailfah ...where should I began..on that.."Sultan was about speak more on the Topic,then a Imperial Black Guardmen enter the room and handle a Letter to him, written in Arabic.

"Excuse me." said the Sultan then open the letter and read it...it was regarding the Romulus Act. The smile on his face disapper from his face and he began to turn dead pale..

" I am sorry, something very important has came up..I must leave now sorry about this.." He said and then look at Haziqah bin Bashir

"My wife will keep the meeting going, anything you wish to discuss to me, talk to her...she can take my place here...sorry about this.." He got up and left the room..he headed to another wing of the Palace, where he will meet the Grand Vizier, Prime Minister,the Grand Vizier of the Majiles,High Chancellor ,The Praetor and the heads of the Politburo Standing Committee do discuss about the Romulus Act, why the Sultan should sign it into effect or not sign it.

Haziqah bin Bashir try to keep the meeting going even with the Sultan leaving the Meeting.." To answer your question about the current political condition in the Khailfah, its stable for now, yet its very complex to most people.."

“It’s always good to hear when things are stable.” Angelica said with a bit of relief. “Things tend to change so much in the international scene it’s hard to keep track of everything.”

Interested, Angelica continued on, “One thing we have never known is how the economic system works in the Khailfah Al Muslimeen. Sorry if I’m being slightly blunt, but, I’m just curious about how other economies and governments work.”

“Yes,” said the Premier. “Angelica’s interest lies in economics and politics. She’ll probably end up being a politician or economist in the future. In any case, I do believe those are good questions to ask.”

Haziqah try to answer Angelica
"Al Muslimeen Economy, its becomes confusing for most outsiders to understand the economic system of the Khailfah al Muslimeen, the Al Muslimeen Government own all natural resources under Joint Stock Companies, anything relates to arms production is own by the Government or watch by the government if its not own by the government. Public needs such as Water, Power and Transportation is own by the Government. Yet private companies are allow to running and produce their goods for the people of the Khalifah al Muslimeen. There are many laws relating to the economy, for one the banking system of Al Muslimen is state run, therefore under Al Muslimeen Banking codes the it is illegal to do interest or the government to even try to make transactions that has interest. Hope I explain well enought...I did major economics and politics back in College."

“Well,” said Angelica, “That’s indeed a complex system, somewhat similar to our own. In the ANL, all vital industries such as oil, manufacturing, agricultural and other food based industries are state owned. Meanwhile, non-vital industries, namely, the entertainment networks, book publishing and so on are privatized. However, even in the private sectors there is regulation.”
In the economy, capital goods are more heavily produced then consumer goods, not saying the standard of living is low.

She continued on, “The banking system is also, rather complex. The banking system is mostly nationalized; however, there is opportunity to have some privatized banks. The system is tightly regulated by the ANL’s central banking system."

" Ah, interesting our system are very much alike in many points...yet one thing that keep KLM different from other states, is the fact we back evey paper note(diner aka Dollar) with gold or sliver to keep at stable value...The State Banking Corp maintain compete contral over all banking issues..we have well over 40 trillion diners in gold grant(bars), in case we need to access the stockpiles for state use..Mainly we mine all the gold and sliver we need to kept the value of our money at stable rate...well a fix rate." said Haziqah

Premier Quetzalcoatl was interested by that comment, “Very interesting, a bi-metallic system. It’s been ages since I’ve heard of that system. By all our economic reports, the KLM Dinar is one of the most powerful currencies in the world. How do you keep it high, especially when gold and silver prices fall? Is it through regulation or what? Heck, good thing about metallic standards is the lack of inflation; I bet that prevents a lot of trouble from happening.”

The Premier then changed the conversation, “Currently, are there any major conflicts between the KLM and other nations? I know there was some tension a little bit ago?”

"Yeah ,we have our ways to maintain the value of the dinar..as forany major conflict..not at the moment..we are peace for now. How about a tour of the palace?" She ask them and got out of her chair

The Premier got up, interested by the offer of a tour. He said, “Sure, a tour of the palace will be very interesting. I’m sure there is much to learn.”

Haziqah lead them thought the halls of the Palace...and she began talking about the Palace.
"The Dolmabahçe Palace, was build in 1856 during the reign of Sultan Abd-ul-Mejid of the House of Osman. It was design by two the Armenian architects Karabet Balyan and his son Nikoğos Balyan.The palace served as the administrative center of the Khailfah al Muslimeen from 1856 to present day. The First non-Osmanli Sultan to move into the palace was Sultan Mustafa bin Asad who ruled the empire from 1927 to early 2000, He ruled the empire, intill he of old age. Then when Sultan Suleiman al Bashir II was elect to office in 2000, we move into the Palace by that time and been here ever since." She kept leading them thought the many hall and rooms of the Palace.. Then ran into the Sultan Bashir other two wives Sophia al Fuad bin Bashir (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v504/Ottoman01/sandra_bullock.jpg) and Roxelane Lisowska bin Bashir (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v504/Ottoman01/EvaLongoriaX.jpg). Haziqah interduce them to the ANL leaders his and group..
"Well, I am please to you meet..we heard so much about you!" Said Roxelane

"Indeed, please to meet you all." Said Sophia.

Premier Quetzalcoatl Nochtli and Angelica were mildly surprised. Having multiple wives wasn’t exactly an everyday occurrence in Aztlán. “Ah, Sultan Bashir, I wasn’t aware you had two other wives.” Quetzalcoatl said. “Well, it’s a pleasure to meet both of you.” He extended out his hand to shake theirs.

Angelica said, “Quite the pleasure to meet both of you. This trip has been quite the historical and cultural lesson. I must complement Haziqah for her knowledge; she’s very well informed and interesting.”

Quetzalcoatl then asked Haziqah, Sophia, and Roxelane, “So, how long have you been maried to the Sultan?"

Haziqah, Sophia, and Roxelane could tell they were somewhat shock to the fact that the Sultan had three wives.They reply to the Premier Quetzalcoatl question.
"I been married to the Sultan for about four years now. We just had our first child last year, a baby boy..He just turn on." Answer Haziqah

"Oh about eight years, I have been married to the Sultan. Our oldest childen is my six year old daughter." reply Haziqah

"For me, its been nine years since I have married the Sultan, my oldest childen is my Daughter eight years old."reply Sophia


Then The AMI Fifth Chief Directorate-Dr. James Maxwell (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v504/Ottoman01/sora.gif) who was the Sultan Unlce form his mother side, he happen to be walking down the hall and was passing the group and heard what they are talking about and made comment.." Funny, funny...all his marrage were arrange by his mother...all politc's for his marriage..." Then He just walk out of sight...The Sultan wives give him a very evil and annoy look for what he just said..

Obviously, there was a bit of unease created by Dr. Maxwell. As soon as it appeared that he was out of hearing distance, the Premier said, “Hmmm, I guess he’s not the most popular of figures around here.”

Quickly, Angelica said, “Well, in any case, I hope you all have continued success in your marriage to the Sultan." She then asked the other two wives, "Just to ask, where are you two going to?”

All three of them said" Thanks."

"Well I am just going to check on the kids and see how the nanny is doing. Well good bye..hope to see you guy later." said Sophia as She went off to thought the many Halls.

"Let's see I have to go out and be at meeting of state banking heads over banking issues..agh.. That's going to be a very long meeting and boring meeting..meh that's the job for Dune Empress of the Imperium, I guess...agh..well see you guys later. Bye." said Roxelane as walk away thought the halls.

Then Haziqah kept the touring going for another hour or so, then she showed them their rooms in the palace. She told them dinner will be readly at 7:00 p.m, and it was only 6:00 p.m at the moment, when she told them. Just giving them a enough time to refresh themselves for Dinner..

Angelica looked outside of the window, over looking the metropolis of Istanbul. With his hands in his pockets, Quetzalcoatl stands besides her and looked out the window as well.

“Different view.” Quetzalcoatl said to himself.

Angelica was perplexed by this, “What?”

“Ah, I’ve spent so much over looking Tenochitilán from my office window and the valley around our home, this is a different view. Very interesting, I must say. Some of these building are so ancient; they were built before our civilization existed.”

“There’s more on your mind than that.” Angelica said with a bit of suspicion.

“Let me put it this way, this is the last peace time action I’ll be taking for a while. The international scene is falling apart, we may be building bonds here, but on the other side of the world, we’re at war.”

Quietly, Angelica said, “Yes, I’m aware with the problems with Hataria.”

Quetzalcoatl looked towards the road, watching the cars go by, “Not just Hataria anymore, I’m afraid this will end up being much larger then just Hataria. Remember when Aztlán was invaded by Allanea. It was an international conspiracy against us. I feel this will only differ because our enemies are going to go after us in bigger numbers.” Sighing, he said, “I even suspect my own allies in this conflict.”

Putting her hand on his shoulder, she said “Well, you know what you have to do. You have the responsibility to protect your people and your nation.”

“I know,” Quetzalcoatl said, “I just hate war. You hear of duty, honor and responsibility, but, war is murder. I remember, only eight years ago, I had to fight within our jungles, deserts, cities, whatever. We were fighting for our lives then, and yet, despite our power, we’re still fighting for our lives now.”

Angelica continued to look out the window, “I hate war too. I remember the revolution; that is when we first met each other. I remember losing friends, the only person who I knew as family - my brother.” She then turned towards him, making eye contact with him. “I remember almost losing you on more than one occasion. I remember when you were only 16, you risked your life to save mine However, if we didn’t rise up, its likely we would either still be in subjugation, or dead anyways. Plus, we would have never met each other. There’s a time for peace, and we promoted peace and strived for peace. Then, there’s a time to stand up and fight against those who threaten us. War is hell, people will die, but, people, many innocent civilians will die if we don’t stand up. And their going to go after you, me, our son, Dr. Wellington, Tlanextic, and anyone who represents one iota of resistance.”

Quetzalcoatl looked up towards the shinning Turkish sun. He smiled and said, “Well, I can tell you one thing, the sun won’t be setting on us, not just yet. We have a dinner to go to in about 50 minutes; you want to use the bathroom first?”

Glad that she was able to get him to feel better, she smiled and said, “Yeah, I won’t take too long.”

She then walked to the bathroom, leaving him at the window. He then went back to the bed and laid back; although still nervous, was feeling better about the situation.

By Dinnertime, The Sultan had return from his meeting with the ministers over the Romulus Act. Which he signs into effect after many hours of heavy debating on to pass the act or not to pass the act and veto it, the end result for signing it into effect. He was with his three wives Haziqah, Sophia, and Roxelane at the Dinner table; waiting for their ANL guests to come to they began serving dinner. The Sultan told his wives to not speak about the Romulus act in front of their guests. The Sultan children had already ate 20 minutes ahead of them and went off playing with their toys or went to take a nap, just leaving the adults to themselves. Within any minute the ANL guest will come thought the hallways and sit with them for dinner.

The two made their way down the hall in a timely fashion, not wanting to keep their hosts waiting. Premier Quetzalcoatl Nochtli was wearing what he usually wore for these types of events; gray trench coat and pants, white shirt, tie and black pants. Next to him was Angelica, who was wearing a black, very modest dress. Although they have gone to state dinners and diplomatic functions before, this one seemed to be more important. The fact was that the relations between the KLM and ANL would be one of the more important in these coming years. Already, they have seemed to go on a good start. Eventually, they made it to the dinning room, and entered it.

Premier Quetzalcoatl was the first to greet them, “Greetings, everybody. How are we all doing?”

"Oh,we are doing well." reply the Sultan

Then the food was served, it was Beef kabobs with white rice and BBQ Tomatoes, Bell Pepper and Mushrooms.

"Hope you enjoy your food." said the Sultan and everyone began eatting

"So how are things in your nation, Premier Quetzalcoatl?" Ask Sophia

OOC: Let’s say this is a little after declared war on Hataria and before Belem got involved.

The Premier looked at the dinner that they were served. In his head, the Premier hoped the food would taste as good as it looked. Then, replying to Sophia’s question, Premier Quetzalcoatl said,

“Well, things were going great until recently. The economy has been performing strong, however, right now, there is a bit of an international crisis going on. There are hostilities between Aztlán and Hataria. We have an ally working with us, but, still, war is hell.”

He then ate some of the tomatoes and beef kabobs. Indeed, they were as good as they looked.

He then turned to Angelica, “Wow, this is great food, huh?”

She nodded, and then spoke, “Although we’re very sure we can handle the situation, it’s still somewhat disturbing to be at war. Aside from that, though, everything else is fine. There’s going to be a major political change in the country as well. For a long time, the ANL has used a unicameral legislature; it’s likely after the war we’ll switch to an even more unusual tri-cameral system. The current Congress is overloaded with work, so we’re going to divide it up into different loops and branches. We’re still working on how to make the system work, but, I’m optimistic about it.”

The Premier then said, “The reason for switching to a tri-cameral system is so that we can not overburden one house. We’re thinking of making one house responsible for domestic policy, one responsible for international policy and government appointments and one responsible for monetary economic policy. It should cut the work load by 66% at least. Also, we’re going to re-appropriate the seats each state is given, considering the addition of the new states.”

They both continued eating, waiting for their response.

“Interesting system..”remark the Sultan

“Our system as about five branches of the congress like system. Each one is to balance out the other in order to prevent a compete majority in all the branches. They are the Parliament, House of Viziers, and The Presidium of the Islamic Unionist Federated states of Khailfah Al Muslimeen, The Assembly of Majles and the Politburo Standing Committee. Each one has their own dutys and jobs to manger the Emprie and aid in ruling the empire by advising the Sultan. If would to go into the detail on each branch..it would take a few hours to do that. Plus in our system …many outsiders think the Sultan is all powerful…yes he is the head of the Government and state. Yet it is a Tetrarchy system, where the Prime Minister, Grand Vizier , High Chancellor, and Sultan is the head of the Tetrarchy system, so he does get finally said on all matters. The Prime Ministers handles the domestic policy, Grand Vizier for international policy and at times Domestic policy, then the High Chancellor handles Government policy. Last the Sultan oversees all these policies. The only branch of the Government that’s all-powerful so to speak is the Judge Advocate General court; they do not side with parties of nations. They are inderpendent of government system so to speak…all their rulings are final. Whatever they said goes ,they are the vanguard of the state system. They can dismiss anyone in the Government if they see that this person is actting not in the interested of the state ,but for themselves. That’s the all powerful JAG. “ said Sophia.

The Premier nodded, interested by the construction to the legal system in the KLM. “How long did it take for you to construct the legal system? See, when we were drafting the constitution for the ANL last year, we wanted to keep the legislature the same as before, but, these last several months have been marked by an exponential increase in work for the Congress.”

“The legal system of Khailfah dates back to the early days of Islam. So its very old compare to other system. Ah ,constitutions the first constitution for the Ottoman Khailfah was the Tanzimat Fermani of 3 November 1839, then came the Islahat Fermani of 18 February 1856, then after that the Ottoman Constitution of 23 December 1876, then after that the Young Turk Constitution Revised Articles of the 1876 Constitution of August 1909, which was replace by the Reformist Constitution of Jan 1910, was update in the Unionist-Reformist Constitution of May,2005 which is the latest the constitution of the Empire. If your wondering the why the Young Turk constitution was replace Reformist constitution, it was do the fact the Young Turks came in power by a coup, yet a counter coup took out the Young Turks and restore the empire old constitution which was heavy rewritten…during the early 1900 and late 1890s, a time of destabilization for the empire which went thought two civil rebellions and one civil war..it was time when the empire was in two camps the Young Turks and the Reformist Factions, who won you may ask…well…if the Young Turks won..I wouldn’t be standing here…do the fact my great grand father was supporter of the Reformist faction. So yes the Reformist won and we been in power ever since Dec,1909…we are the caretakers of the Empire.” Said the Sultan.

Bump for ANL

“Ah, I must say, there is interesting history behind this country.” Said Angelica. “Our formation was somewhat turbulent as well. After the Spaniards took over in 1521, we have a sort of dark period until the 1921 revolution. That ended up forming a totalitarian regime that lasted until the revolution of 1994. Originally, the Aztec National League was a very loose confederacy, however, after Quetzalcoatl was elected in 2003, we went to central socialism, re-wrote the constitution last year and about to change the legislature again. We have a judicial system, of course, however it hasn’t seen much action these past several years. Ironically, it’s a conservative branch in a very socially and economically liberal government.”

“Yeah, the Supreme Court has given me some resistance before.” Said the Premier. “These next few months should be interesting, however. I can feel there are going to be some major political battles coming up – should be very interesting.”

The Premier then took some more food off his plate. “So, what are some of the goals you have for the KLM? This nation is going to be an major player in world affairs, already you have great political clout.”

"Well...we are mostly done with the reforms..we just passed the lasted reform act for the KLM states, a few hours ago...as for playing a major role in world affairs ,its been the policy of then Ottoman Empire and present day to remain passive in world affairs that do not threaten or relate to us...meaning we stay to ourselves most of the time its just our way of doing." Reply the Sultan

After everyone finish eating their dinners, the Sultan and his wives lead them to a near by sitting room, where desserts and Turkish coffee were served to them as they sit down. These desserts include world-famous baklava, as well as "Kadayif' (made from shredded pastry baked in syrup.) and "Keskul" a milk pudding made with coconut. Turkish Coffee was know as very strong coffee that could wake up anyone who drank it or keep them up all night if they drank too much of it.

Before everyone began eating their desserts, Sophia said a old Ottoman Turkish saying, first in Ottoman Turkish and then in English "eat sweetly and speak sweetly!, so enjoy dessert.” She smiles when she said that comment. Then everyone began eating their desserts and drinking their Turkish coffees.

“So would your nation be interested more friendly ties with KLM?” the Sultan who was hinting to an alliance.

OOC: Oooh, baklava, how I wish my neighbors had some…

IC:

The Premier leaned back into his seat, sipping some of his coffee. It was indeed strong coffee, reminded him of how the coffee was served in the Guatemalan and Honduran states of his nation. Better relations were always welcomed. Strength was in both numbers and technology, and the ANL and the KLM had both.

“Well, Sultan, continuing to expand upon friendly relations between two nations is an important step for peace, economics, and so on. Aztlán has always been open to establishing new relations and keeping strong friends. However, we have always been cautious to who we consider allies. Most of our allies have been based on political similarities, yet, some of our allies aren’t. I must say, the Khailfah Al Muslimeen is a fascinating nation, enriched with a fascinating people.”

Quetzalcoatl leaned forward and grabbed a piece of baklava. Angelica then chipped in; “I must concur with my husband. This trip has been a great experience, to say in the least. Although I have no government power, I believe that further developing relations between our two countries would be the best possible course of action. Personally, it’s unwise to not pursue this opportunity.

Quetzalcoatl put down the baklava and swallowed the dessert. “Agreed, if it’s you’re wish, Sultan Bashir, it would be my honor to personally oversee that Aztlán develops stronger relations with your country. I am sure that Dr. Wellington, our Foreign Affairs Minister, would also like to develop stronger ties with our international neighbors.”

This meeting was indeed going down very well.

"Ah, good..if we have some type of alliance, it must only be an defensive alliance. If you are attack, we'll come to your aid, if we are attack, you'll do likewise. So do we have alliance between our nations?” ask the Sultan, then took a sip of his coffee.

The Premier looked at the Sultan. Clearly this was a big deal, very big deal, actually. However, the answer was clear, it had to be. Smiling, without noticeable hesitation, the Premier nodded and said, “Yes, we’ll be willing to involve ourselves in that. I think this relation between our two nations is going to be very fruitful."

"In time, we will see how this allaince effect the relationship between our nations, hopefully it will be very fruitful for us..time will tell us all ." reply the Sultan

OOC:Let's fast forward to the morning, and to breakfast. I'll try to get post for that, soon.

Breakfast with the Bashirs… It was morning, last night for the Bashirs was a very interesting night. They have manger to sign a alliance with the ANL…it was momentous night for the KLM, they have found a new allied in the world.

At the large breakfast table, The Sultan and his three wives, plus number of other people, such as Grand Vizier Mehmed Pasa Sokollu (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v504/Ottoman01/marcus.jpg), Prime Minister Uthman Bin Bashir (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v504/Ottoman01/baltar.jpg) and High Chacellor Hashmir al Horatius Bin Assad (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v504/Ottoman01/heaven1.jpg), who apart of the Tetrarchy system for the Khailfah al Muslimeen. Along with the Grand Vizier and Prime Minister where their wifes, but for the High Chacellor..he was still single..The Grand Vizier was Dr.Melina Mercouri (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v504/Ottoman01/ja35.jpg), then there was the Prime Minister wife Dr. Christina al Bashir (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v504/Ottoman01/natalie_portman-2.jpg) and last to come the breakfast table was the Sultan and Prime Minister youngest brother, General Aziz Bin Bashir (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v504/Ottoman01/bashir_logos.jpg)(Commander Officer of Al Muslimeen Army Intelligence, also side note many people confused him with his older brother the Sultan, yet there are different between him and his oldest brother. First of all Aziz has Green eyes and the Sultan has Hazel eyes, plus Aziz a bit more darker skin, plus he is much younger and youthful then to his brother) along with him was his wife Dr.Galina Loginova Petrovic (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v504/Ottoman01/KimWilliams_235.jpg)

Everyone was waiting for the ANL leader and his wife to come join them for the breakfast, they were going to have Turkish Breakfast (http://www.turkeytravelplanner.com/TravelDetails/Food/TkBreakfast.html)

The Premier and his wife weren’t expecting the group of government officials to be waiting them. Yet, it was logical to expect some sort of event following a momentous even such as this. Well dressed in somewhat more modest, moderately casual clothing, the Premier was somewhat nervous. They soon made it to the door of the dinning area and entered it.

Premier Quetzalcoatl Nochtli looked in and smiled, “Well, this is certainly better than what I was expecting. Good morning to you all.”

The couple looked over the Turkish breakfast…Olives, cheeses, and fresh Turkish sourdough bread indeed looked delicious. They then walk over to the table, eager to start this meeting.

Everyone nod their heads in greetings, and got up to the table where the food was set down and got it. Then after everyone got their food and went back to their seats, they began eatting.

Grand Vizier Mehmed Pasa Sokollu began to speak
"Premier Quetzalcoatl Nochtli, how is your trip going for the wife and you?" ask the Grand Vizier

The Premier nodded to Grand Vitzer, “I have been enjoying this trip greatly. Not only have we achieved much progress, we have made the future safer for both of our people.”

Both sitting at the table along side with their hosts, the two seemed to be at ease. However, Angelica felt a question had to be asked.

“So, how do you all feel about the growing friendship between our two nations?”

Prime Minister Uthman Bin Bashir spoke up to answer Angelica question, he was the Sultan younger brother and older brother to Aziz

"We are all looking forward to this alliance and hope our two nations become close allies in the years to come." He reply, everyone else nodded in agreement and went back to eating, Al Muslimneen were known to say very little most of the time.

The Grand Vizier Dr.Melina Mercouri wife began to speak up
" So are you guys going to do some sight seening or that's for another time?" She ask

Premier Quetzalcoatl Nochtli said to the Grand Vitzer, “Well, originally, we were thinking of going back soon, however, a sight-seeing trip sounds better.”

The two continued eating, “Well, this food is great, I must say. Certainly different then back at home, but, great no less.” Angelica said with enthusiasm.

The Premier nodded, “However, after breakfast, I would like to notify our Foreign Affairs Minister of the progress we’ve made. I’m sure he would appreciate it.”

"Well gald to hear you the food here, we have this stuff almost everyday...mainly we eat Persian,Kurdish, Arab and Turkish dishes in these
parts of the world. "remark Prime Minister Uthman Bin Bashir

"Istanbul is a wonderful city with rich backgounds..so a tour would be great for you guys to see what is KLM." said Dr. Christina al Bashir

"Of couse, my Secretary will help get in touch with your Foreign Affairs Minister , I would be honor if you would join me in tour of the Istanbul...it will be wonderful." said the Sultan

The Premier smiled, “I’m looking forward to this sightseeing trip. Although I have greatly enjoyed my stay here, I’m curious to see the heartbeat of the KLM, the people. Whenever you’re ready, Sultan. By the way, if any of you want to visit Aztlán, please, feel free to come, we would be happy to have you as our guests.”

Angelica then chipped in, “Surely, we would love to have you over in our nation.”

"I would love to come to Aztlán, one of these days..when I am not to busy running the state...yet I will give you a call, whenever I am able to visted your nation.We'll leave for the tour in 30 mintures." Reply the Sultan

OOC:

Should we skip ahead to the sightseeing tour or when the Premier contacts Dr. Wellington?

OOC:

Should we skip ahead to the sightseeing tour or when the Premier contacts Dr. Wellington?

OOC: Let's just said that they went on the sightseeing tour and just go when the Premier contacts Dr. Wellington..lets just to finnish this rp soon..

The Premier walked into an office, amazed by what he saw. At his side was Angelica.

“Wow, wasn’t the city amazing?” Asked the Premier.

“The buildings and people were amazing, simply amazing. The palaces, the people, everything was just amazing.”

The Premier nodded, “Indeed, the Hagia Sofia was my favorite, so much history in that building. Well, let me contact Dr. Wellington.”

She nodded, and the Premier dialed the number to Dr. Wellington’s office. He hoped the British minister would be surprised by the KLM phone number.

-_-_-_-In Tenochitilán-_-_-_-

Dr. Darius Wellington sat at his desk. It was around ten in the morning, and the Minister lifted a cup of coffee to drink it. Although one for going to bed and waking up early, the Minister always enjoyed a strong cup of coffee, an addiction he had acquired during his medical practice.

The phone on his desk rang. He looked at the caller ID, mildly surprised by the number.

In his usual cockney accent, he said, “Hello, this is Dr. Darius Wellington, Minister of Foreign Affairs.”

A familiar, yet young voice came over the line, “Well, Dr. Wellington, I think being a diplomat was my true calling.”

Although happy to hear from the Premier, Dr. Wellington said blankly, “Premier Quetzalcoatl Nochtli, pleasant to hear from you. I take it things are going well.”

“Very good, actually. I think this junket has gotten us some strong friends.”

Dr. Wellington smiled, “Well, Premier, I take it you did miss your calling. You certain seem more adept at making friends than leading the country. For a while, I thought Coyotepec was the actual Premier.”

“Haha, very funny, Wellington. Keep in mind, the only reason why I keep you around is because your role in the revolution.”

Dr. Wellington cut down to the chase, “So, what’s the situation?”

“Well, Doctor, me and the Sultan decided to have a sort of military alliance, similar to an mutual protection pact. We also were able to go on several sight seeing tours…”

“What about the situation?” Asked Dr. Wellington, in a serious tone.

“Consider it past history.”

Relieved, Dr. Wellington said, “Well, Premier, good job. As soon as you want, the Foreign Ministry will telegram any correspondence that will expedite the process.”

The Premier than said, “Watch out, Dr. Wellington, I’ll have Angelica replace you as the Minister of Foreign Affairs. She’s very adept.”

“Right, Premier, just keep on saying that. See you later, Premier.” The line was disconnected.

Premier Quetzalcoatl turned around to see Angelica, who said in a sarcastic tone, “Thanks for telling him I said hello.”

“Official business, Angelica.” He said jokingly. “Sorry about that, I’ll get it next time.”

“Right.” They both walk outside, waiting to meet with the Sultan.

"Well how did everyone goes with your minister?" ask the Sultan