Author's Note: This was a letter Kelida sent Talcon of the Smoke Jaguars concerning a "peace offer" and "planet exchange" that CSJ was attempting to force CNC into. Once again, note that all of my Battletech stories are only roughly based on the Battletech universe -- they are all set in the NBT-Mercs planetary league (www.netbattletech.com) and follow the technical readouts of the MW4: Mercenaries computer game.



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A Warning





Loremaster Talcon Wimmer,

I have felt it prudent to obey the Keshik's wishes in remaining silent on this matter until now -- my words on your ever so gracious offers would have been sharper than what could be considered politically correct for the friendly exchange you initiated.

As I returned to my quarters to rest last night, I was almost attacked by the visions that set themselves upon me. They came wave after wave, in such an onslaught that I collapsed to the floor beneath their strength. How long I was held enthralled I cannot say, for time has no meaning to a Nova Cat warrior glimpsing the future.

When I finally came to, the feelings of dread that plagued me throughought the night barely faded away, and I knew clearly that it was my place to speak with you, Loremaster.

Slaughter and tyranny do not reunite that which the Inner Sphere has broken. Like parents, we should guide our wayward children into reuniting the Star League -- not kill, conquer, and rebuild it ourselves.

Your proposal of planetary exchange, which will give your clan a clear invasion corridor into the Draconis Combine, is preposterous. I would rather have my own blood spilled a thousand times over than watch as your clan commits genocide.

Mark my words, Loremaster -- what goes around will come around in due time. It is a fact of life.

I only pray that our Smoke Jaguar brothers will realize that it is our destiny to protect and guide the Inner Sphere, not annihilate it. In the spirit of the brotherhood that we hope will develop within the Inner Sphere under our guidance, our Keshik will continue to attempt peace talks... with one caveat.

We may be mystics and visionaries, Loremaster, but we are not fools. Please make your next offer more reasonable.

Kelida Nova Cat
Loremaster/Oathmaster