Ask [Koda Station] Under New Management

[Darth Draugr]

Koda Station, Neutral Space, 1458 Hours

It wasn't often that Draugr wanted to work with an Inquisitor but for this mission an Inquisitor was an ideal accomplice to have. They specialize in doing exactly as they're told. Not to mention getting the job done however they can. Draugr appreciated that about them, but he wouldn't bring them here as a dog on a leash, instead they were here to help ensure that the deal goes underway the proper way. Dressed in his dark robes.

Koda Station remained under the radar from the rest of the for good reason. Smuggling deals and running of product ran through this facility. Spice, and many other drugs are common in the facility but they are smuggled with perfection to keep the "Rangers" and other law enforcement aloof. The Zabrak caught word of this and knew it would be a good way to make profit and get on good terms with some criminals that could run product for the Sith and bring in many other imports of what was needed.

"Inquisitor, prepare for docking. We have arrived."

Draugr would speak to his counterpart as the ship would arrive to the space station. The pilot would begin the docking and the Sith Lord would make it to the exit as he prepared.

"Remember we give them the chance to make a deal with us. Then if they do not forfeit ownership, we take it for our own gain. Staff can be replaced easily."

The Zabrak Lord watched his door to the exit open and made his way out and onto the ramp. The beginning of the mission started here, and the Sith would look to bring the management under the Sith's control.

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[Ryujin Izanagi]

Ryujin, or as Darth Draugr would know him, Inquisitor Susanoo, stood at the rear of the Imperial Shuttle which slowly came into dock with the station. As befitting his task as an Inquisitor, Ryujin was fully clad in his red Inquisitor armour, his face and all aspects of the Sith Champion hidden from view. Voice modulated, stance altered, he held his double bladed lightsaber on the right instead of his natural left. His eyes stared into the back of the black robed Sith Lord.

Darth Draugr was an interesting character, one of note who already had a significant ‘File’ built upon in the Korriban House. A rising figure within the Sith Empire, with the downfall of the previous council he was perhaps one of the only Sith Lord’s who was ready to step up and be counted. A fighter and conqueror, Ryujin admired the man’s spirit and dedication to the Empire. A positive tick, within his file to be sure.

He smiled behind his mask as Draugr ‘explained’ the plan. Yes, Ryujin was here to help secure the station and the surrounding space for the Sith Empire. But he was also here under the Inquisitions orders, rumours that the man was going to push for a seat on the council had reached the Inquisitorius’ Houses and well, The Order wished to have a better view on the candidate before that happened. All were potential enemies to the Empire and the ‘Trusted’ so the more information they had as a group the better.

Nodding in agreement with the Sith Lord’s assessment he motioned to the door. “After you Mi’Lord.” Before following the Zabrak out of the shuttle and onto the hard floor of the hangar.

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[Darth Draugr]

As the pair of Sith would make their way into the Space Station, many people were walking around talking and making their way to meetings. It wasn't anything to think about when the Sith entered as travelers were common in all fashions. Though as always there was a chance of wandering eyes. The Lord wouldn't waste time though for the sake of avoiding any opposition before he could make it to the space station's management.

"They will be on the top floor, we stay discreet and use the elevator. Management is awaiting our arrival."

The Lord would make his way to the elevators and enter the metal box that would lift him to the top floor. As he stood there he pressed the button of the floor he needed to arrive to and would ignore the other two individuals in the elevator with them. One a Human woman with blonde hair and the other a Wee-quay male with darker complexion. Neither seemed a threat as they were both small and lacked the power to take on a Lord and Inquisitor at once.

The Zabrak would remain quiet as he waited for the elevator to make it to his stop.

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[Ryujin Izanagi]

Ryujin followed, a step back and to the right of the Sith Lord. His eyes were always watching, looking at every individual who walked past, who looked in their direction, his mind always in motion looking for the next threat. It was tiresome to live your life like this, but it was all he knew and much of him enjoyed it. As much as the Sith Lord could ask to be discreet it was kind of hard to, when one of you was a Sith Lord dressed in black and looking creepy and the other in bright red armour ready for an execution.

Eyes watched them as they went even if Draugr didn’t notice them. “Hard to stay discreet as a Sith Lord, Draugr.” He replied, the noise of the passing travellers covering his title as they walked. Once they reached the elevator, Ryujin turned on his heels to check none were following, it seemed they were being left alone but he wouldn’t be sure until they exited the next floor.

A chime signalled the arrival of the elevator and he headed in after the Sith Lord. The two other occupants were almost cowering in fear on the other side of the small metal box. Their eyes glancing towards the lightsabers at their belts, clear to them who they were sharing that tiny little space with.

Ryujin turned to face the Weequay, the thin slits of his helmet staring right at him. The alien almost fainted in fear, the woman crouched down in the corner trying to accept her fate. Chime. The doors opened at the floor Draugr had requested, Ryujin would follow the Sith Lord out. As he left he would turn back to the pair. “Have a good day.” He said as the steel doors shut behind him.

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[Darth Draugr]

When the Inquisitor made a sly remark the Lord gritted his teeth.

"I will ask for your opinions if I want to hear them. Know your place and speak when spoken to."

The Lord would continue out of the elevator and towards the meeting room where his arrival was awaited. So much planning went into meeting these gentlemen and hopefully it wouldn't have to end in a bloodbath. Having good ties with your associates was always the best thing for business and so Draugr will see to it that they complete the mission.

Walking to the doors of the room he would open them with the force and walk in and make his greetings.

"Sorry I am late, the elevator had more stops than expected. I am Lord Draugr and this is my colleague Inquisitor Susanoo. Please let us begin talking business."

The Sith Lord would continue to sit and listen to what would be said by the others in attendance.

"Welcome Lord Draugr, I am Gavvin Jura. These are my fellow board members. I understand you want to make a deal with our station?"

The man was slim and human. Blonde hair with green eyes and a small goatee. An older man but not too old around 41 or so. Glasses sat on his face and he looked more so unaffected by anything around him. The exact kind of business man that Draugr respected. One who knows the systems and is willing to make money if it were a reasonable request.

"Something like that. I plan for.. new Management."

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[Ryujin Izanagi]

Ryujin smiled behind his mask as the Sith Lord briddled at his comment. Like many Sith he was quick to anger and overly proud about his rank within the Galaxy. What Draugr, like many of his brethren, did not seem to understand was that their rank meant nothing to him and the Inquisitorius, to them a Sith Lord was treated the same as a Sith Acolyte with suspicion and doubt. If anything those at the top of the ranking were trusted even less, for they had the power and influence to cause the shifts in the Empire’s trajectory.

The Inquisitor followed the briddled Sith Lord along the corridor and into the meeting room with Gavvin Jura. He allowed Draugr to take centre stage as he moved towards one side, his eyes glancing over each individual member of the board. All seemed ordinary, a mixture of races, sexes and means, some dressed better than others and most apart from Jura seemed cowed at the presence of the two Sith Envoys.

“Well new management always brings with it a great deal of upheaval Lord Draugr. Myself and the Board hope that such upheaval could be limited as much as possible?” Gavvin said, his eyes darting between the Sith Lord and the Inquisitor.

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[Darth Draugr]

It seemed the man was worried about the words new and management being put together in a sentence. It was a bit of a concern Draugr was prepared for the members to have and it was acceptable. Why do something different and have to get used to a new set of rules. It was anarchy almost. So Draugr would enlighten them on what he meant.

"I apologize for I wasn't clear. I suggest this station come under Sith management. Though I don't want any of you to be fired or even moved from your positions. No I want for you all to work for the Empire. You would gain credits, you would gain much more business, plus you'll have the Sith to defend this station from any threats posed."

It was only a general offer to get them interested. Surely they would find themselves wanting the benefit of Sith being present to defend their station. Who wouldn't? A chance to work with the strongest Military in the galaxy and the most dominant faction here yet. The Sith don't lose often, so being under their management is not the worst idea.

"Besides, it would take some responsibility of your shoulders. Anything happens here and the Sith will handle the issue. We provide the security. All we want in return is a place to refuel, to transport goods from one side of the galaxy to the other. I feel this is a great offer. I am open to hear your thoughts."

Draugr wasn't always very diplomatic but of course he needed to do his best. If the gentlemen can't come to terms with what Draugr has offered, then it will be new management all the way through the board.

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[Ryujin Izanagi]

Ryujin watched as the tension in the room began to loosen at Draugr’s words, all here were afraid they were surplus to requirement, expecting to be fired if not executed for their rank and station here. There was nodding and agreement from most of the executives on the board, delighted they were going to survive this day with both their life and their jobs.

Jura looked from side to side as he checked to see if all members were in agreement, some seventy percent gave excited nods a few others however stayed silent. Ryujin’s eyes locked on the few which did not automatically agree, they were either stupid or proud, both were foolish aspects to have in a meeting such as this. Jura looked at the closest who was not in agreement, the leader's own eyes boring into this subordinate. But he only replied with a mouthed word ‘Sands’. This seemed to catch Jura off guard and brought full attention of the Inquisitor onto the man in question.

“Speak.” Ryujin said, all of the board turned to face the Inquisitor, perhaps thinking him as only muscle they were shocked when he spoke. Ryujin paid them no attention, his eyes locked on the board member. “What do you mean by sands?” The man in question was sweating now as all turned their eyes to him.

The man stuttered trying to get his answer out under the glare of the entire room. “The..The..The Red Sands. They are a group. Who well. Manage this station. Gangsters are the best way to describe them. I don’t think they will take kindly to us agreeing to your terms Lord Draugr.”

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[Darth Draugr]

Not entirely what he expected when all of the members started agreeing in unison that working with the Sith would be a good idea, of course there were going to be those that weren't comfortable. A common occurrence when Sith is brought up anywhere. People fear them, and others fear the war that comes with them but when they think it over, the Sith have been nothing but dominant as of late.

Then Draugr caught notice of the man mouthing the word 'sands' as did the Inquisitor it seemed. He beat the Lord to it when he asked of what they had to say. The sweaty man finally spoke up, something about The Red Sands. Sounded like a place on Geonosis. Though he supposed thugs and criminals were never the brightest with their names.

"Gangsters.. hmph.. Tell me all you know. If you want the problem taken care of the Sith can handle this, we just need your cooperation. We handle the problem, you sign the deal. Sounds like a fair trade to me. What do you say?"

The group would have a moment to decide on what they said. Draugr would look on with his right brow raised in curiosity. A pen sat in his hand while the documents sat within a brief case next to his foot. He wanted this to be figured out quick, but of course if he could rid the place of the gangsters then they would trust the Sith entirely. Sometimes you had to please the crowd to get them to follow you.

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[Ryujin Izanagi]

Ryujin’s eyes moved back and forth along the board as they all tried to have a conversation without saying a word, all of them terrified of upsetting the Sith Lord sat before them. Eventually they reached a decision. “If you can remove the Red Sands from the station we will happily sign your deal.” Jura said with a big smile on his face.

“I am sure you can give us the details of how to find them.” Ryujin said, staring at the board member who had spoken up earlier. He stumbled over his words before just handing him a datapad with a load of information on it. Most of it was useless stuff about the station’s running, Ryujin raised his helmet to look over top of the pad to the man who was sweating like he ran a marathon. “P…p…payment fourteen.”

Ryujin flicked through the invoices until he found payment fourteen. “It looks like we have an address Darth Draugr. Shall we?”

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[Darth Draugr]

Before Draugr could ask for further details it seemed the Inquisitor like-minded as ever had already jumped on top of it. Nothing wrong with it, he was making the job easier and saving Draugr the breath. Though this was a meeting for the Lord. As long as the job had gotten done, Draugr didn't really mind too much. The questions were getting answers just the same. As long as they got everything needed to know about the Red Sands, they would be on their way to execute the problem.

"Well gentlemen, we will take a momentary absence from the board room. Have some business to handle."

Lord Draugr would stand up out of his seat and nod to the men of the board before turning away and speaking to the Inquisitor as they would leave the room.

"We shall Inquisitor Susanoo. I hope you're as skilled as the ISB had made you out to be. I have an intolerance to failure."

Had Lord Draugr failed before? Sure, but had he allowed himself to tolerate it? No of course not. The Zabrak strode towards perfection as much as he could. There is a saying some use to describe the times he isn't successful. Can't win them all. Unfortunately it was true, though he would not allow himself to fail today. The gangster thugs will be slain and their leader executed. Criminals were not tolerated in the Empire. You earn your keep or get out.

Lord Draugr was their eviction notice.

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