IDIC- A New World

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Archive: Selek Yes anyone else let me know where.

BY: Fire Star

Part 53

Garak could not believe what he was hearing. T'Pau was either naive beyond belief or serious. If she was serious then everything had just changed. If she was naive well it could lead to all kinds of bad things. "So you are telling me you want me to invite Romulan traders to come and exchange goods here on Altair 7. That you want to invite Romulus to build an Embassy here."

Amanda sighed and said. "Of course we do. It might help promote peace."

"Have you lost your mind!" He shouted.

Sarek moved quickly in front of Garak and warned. "Moderate your tone to she who is my wife. Show respect Garak."

Garak was so shocked by Sarek's dark look he stepped back and slumped into a chair. "I apologize Lady Amanda it is just.....a family alliance is one thing but this....Star Fleet will have a fit and so will the Federation."

"Perhaps, yet think of the possibilities. I am not suggesting we invite a war bird in. Merely a few traders. Merchants may be willing to listen and learn. Profit is a high motivator. I am not naive Garak I know some will be spies. In fact I am counting on that."

He suddenly was wary and concerned. "Oh and why is that?"

"Because Garak they will report that you are a loyal Romulan. I worry for you sometimes and so does T'Pau. We do not want Adrianna made a widow. "

Garak was shocked at this."I can take care of myself." He was a little annoyed as he looked over at his own mate who seemed worried.

Adrianna moved to his side. "Garak we want to make sure peace is possible. Maybe if the traders and your governments spies see us at work and play we will not see so different. It might give us a chance for real peace."

Garak sighed and pulled Adrianna onto his lap."It could be dangerous. However it could help. Fear of the unknown can lead to conflict. All right I will pass the news that this will be a free port out and that you seek diplomatic contact. I still think it is too soon but I will help how I can. Peace is after all in my best interests too. They may think it is a trap."

"We will show them it is a good faith effort. Besides just think you would be able to get ale at a reasonable price then." Amanda said.

"That might make it almost worth it." Felix said speaking for the first time. "Of course if this works I want a chance to negotiate a contract with the best ale makers. I mean if I have to argue this with my General I might as well have something to curb his annoyance. A lucrative ale contract might do it."

Sarek raised a brow at that."Indeed it would be wise to give him a drink. Because he will need it to accept this."

"Ha ha" Felix said at the Vulcan's joke but he was not far wrong either.