We left for Triton for a trade deal and peace treaty. The Royal Yacht landed in Mechna Intergalactic space port. The President welcomed us to his humble planet. He had purple skinned with red quills for hair. He wore gray robes with Neon green designs on it. We brought someone from the trader's guild join us too. He resembles a human with tiger stripes all over his body. He wore blue robes with a black fur coat. We were given a royal welcome. People stood in the throwing confetti at us. They cheered as we drove by. We reached the palace which resembled a thin flat building. We got inside and the pleasantries came to a halt. We sat down to negotiate the prices for Diamond steel, Silim and also for Transformium. The president of Triton wanted to send men as workers in our astroid fields.
We disagreed with their ideas. We had to explain that only our people will work there. No one else is allowed to access. That trade guild representative agreed. This would be cheating. This lower the value of the product. So in the end we agreed on market value and signed the deal. The guild representative sent the signed documents to the Galactic Notary Office. We got paid in Valutas. It is the Galaxy Currency. I divided the money so everyone in my planet would receive some. I felt appreciation from my family. We left Triton and moved towards the planet Octillia. A planet without land so they build structures on rough waters. The people who lived there are six armed with scaly skin that changes color depending on the situation. They were curious but had serious trust issues. We signed several deals for their inventions. They agreed to buy raw materials from us. The document was sent to the Notary office and the trader's guild notary stamped his approval.
The next planet on the list was Cyrex. They were lizard like creatures. Roland asked if we would ever meet those aliens the TV used to advertise. I asked him not to speak like that. He has no filter. I like that about on occasions and I dislike it about on occasions. Today I just didn't want to meet those aliens with gray skinned oval shaped heads with large eyes. Those spindle fingers and other horrors that they apparently come with. The so called experiments. I am not interested. The lizard like creatures didn't want the raw material since they trade their services in exchange for money or whatever they need. We refueled and left for Nocny. We made it home and doubled security around the mines both on our planet and on the asteroid field. We placed blockers so no one can open a star bridge into the asteroid field. We placed special sensors so we would be warned if anyone ever manages to sneak in.
The Empress of Dysan sent an invitation. I got new robes and a headdress with pearl necklaces of varying sizes strung on them. All four colours of pearls were on it. It began with white then came yellow and pink and lastly black pearls. I had gold nail extensions. I wore a robe that was flamboyant. I had chocker necklace with a large diamond the size of a duck egg, with emeralds, sapphires and rubies studded around it. Oleg wore the navy blue robes fit for a king. He was the queen consort. He gave me a wink. The council messaged them to let them know we were coming and we boarded the royal yacht. I sat on the throne and I watched as the others discuss what must be done. Oleg and the others discussed ceremony while Ulf and Bjørn spoke about how we will be arranged. Roland was in front of me and Liva and Saga were behind me. We practiced a little and we know Empresses rarely speak. So Signe volunteered to speak on my behalf.
We landed and the first batch to get out was the council members. The queen consort of Dysan greeted them and they stepped aside to let Oleg and his group out. Then it was my turn. The delegation from Nocny bowed as I stepped out. The empress stepped forward. She looked human. Her chestnut hair was braided and pinned into a bun. She had pale skin and which flattered her pale blue eyes. She wore a pale blue gown. The skirt was flared to make her to look a bit mature. Her crown was platinum and it was a small one compared to mine. We stared at one another for a second. We simply acknowledged our burden as we gave each other a small nod. She announced her pleasure to meet another Empress. She hopes we could be friends and also hopes for honest trading and security. I nod to agree and Signe spoke on my behalf. She explained, "Her excellency is pleased by this visit. She is honored by your invitation. She would love to honour the terms of both sovereign nations." I gave her a warm smile and politely waved my hand. She took my hand and we matched forward.
The royal carriage was a floating vehicle made from obsidian with gold filigree. The crowds gathered to see us. I smiled as we passed by. There was a band which played loud music as we went along. Finally the music stopped as we reached the palace. It was a pyramid with the top part cut off and flattened. I can feel everyone else listening to my comments. The gates opened and the carriage glided in. We stepped out and kept walking till we were in the throne room. She sat on her throne and I was given a similar seat. She discussed bilateral interest and ties. She didn't approve of Signe so she asked me to speak. The council members explained that it was protocol. I smiled, "If we are to have any sort relationship. We should be able to speak to each other. I was wondering what terms your grace was thinking"
she grinned, "If we go to war with the other nation You must join us even if they are your ally. If You go to war with the other nation we will join you. Even if they happen to be our ally." The council members agreed to fight if the allied nation was the wrongdoers. The Empress heartily agreed. I thought loud and the public agreed so I agreed. I asked what other terms she suggests. She would like to have a representative in the trader's guild. She has heard about my senators and associates all over the galaxy. She was interested in the galactic stock exchange. She intends to do the same as I. She wants to trade silk and tea rare earth metals her planet possesses. Tea and silk are rare commodities we had introduced to the market. She promised to grant immunity to my people so there will be no extradition. I agreed and same for her's. We shook hands and an elderly solicitor was kind enough to write the deal in binding terms. We read it end to end before we signed and stamped the royal seal.
Then we took pictures before we retired to recuperate before dinner. I was taken to the guest quarters. It was beautiful. I asked everyone to take a moment to relax. I bathed in a golden bathtub and I changed into simple but elegant robes. A young valet came to politely announce the Empress's arrival. She would like a private audience. Oleg and the others waited till she arrived. They bowed to show respect and walked towards the gardens. She sat down and explained her predicament. The public don't want a monarchy. There are protests all over the planet. She might have to leave the place. She is hoping to find a place to stay. I promised to send my people to rescue her if it happens. I told her about the person who was telling false tales. She needs to find this person. The public has to see that some people don't like when a nation is united. Their job is to divide people. Some people just want to watch other people suffer.
So she sent her most trusted to find these people. They belong to a secret group called Haltarsil. Which means divide, slice and tear. The culprits confessed to funding several sects to tear her dear monarchy apart. They have failed so far. But they believe with the right push they can get rid of the monarchy and dunk the civilians in endless civil war. The young Empress waved her hand. She showed him that she has been broadcasting the interrogation to the entire empire. So now the civilians chose peace. She was able to staunch the bleeding empire. We shook hands and she introduced herself as Kubaba of Kish. I introduced myself as Alexandria Petrova. My title is Sasha. She was curious. She never had a title. I explained that my friends gave me the title and the council agreed. She was sad not to have a title so she promised to have one the next time I visit. She took me to show her wilder beasts. They are called Nexus stalkers. They are pitch black. Looks like a panther on steroids. I simply connected with the beast and it calmed down. The empress was shocked. Her ministers weren't pleased.