Colonel Kato Yamamori Atayde listened to his 3IC’s top line summary reaching out to take the proffered materials. His reaction wasn't one the good Major had prepped for - he laughed. "Well. Comstar. That's new." He considered the young man in front of him. "Understand Charikov that within this unit I expect we have MI4, Molehunters and Maskirovka all present in some capacity here, potentially more. As heir to both a FedCom County and a Capellan Mandarin I have to assume I'm under constant surveillance and potential threat. Have been for most of my life. I just choose not to let that influence my decisions. Comstar though? That was low on my threat assessment." The mirth fades as he stares briefly at Charikov impressing upon him that he didn't miss the seriousness of the revelation and looks at the materials.
If the fact that it's a verigraph surprised him, he didn't show it. He took a few minutes to review it thoroughly then sat back and considered. Time stretched in silence well past the awkward pause. Any attempt or hint of an interruption was stared down. Coming to his decision he settled back. "Ok, we're in. You'll receive full pay for this contract per our agreement. With that your position in this unit is terminated. I won't accept any officer in this command not fully committed to it. If you leave Comstar, truly leave Comstar, and want to come back, let us know. Dismissed."
(If Charikov has anything to add or continue the discussion, we can insert it before the Dismissed.)
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21 October, 3051
19:00 Cap Rouge Local
Headquarters
Colonel Atayde enters with Major Charikov and uncharacteristically skips the small talk and goes right to business. "Ladies and Gentlemen. Let me speak my peace and then I'll happily entertain comments and questions. As of just after 16:00 this afternoon, former Major Charikov revealed himself as Comstar Acolyte Charikov and presented us with a proposal. The proposal was delivered via verigraph to accept a new contract from Comstar effective immediately which I have accepted." He passes out copies to those present. "If anyone feels the need to confirm the details against the verigraph, let me know. As noted, we will get paid for the rest of the current contract. Each lance should expect a payout of 10 million C-Bills upon completion of the contract plus the SLDF mech and additional salvage assuming we survive and are successful," he pauses momentarily to let the payout sink in.
"I never expected to be put in a position to breach a contract. If you read between the lines, it's clear that this operation is massive in size and scope as well as viewed as critically important by Comstar, quite possibly a desperate gambit, though I've been assured this is not a suicide mission. Consider the verigraph, mission type, location, payout, opposing forces and MRBC clauses plus what we know of the Clans. This is an opportunity to make a difference against a foe that cost us the lives of two dozen of our brothers and sisters and countless others."
"Normally for a decision of this magnitude I would bring it to you for discussion and a vote. I will certainly endeavor to smooth things over with our current employer, but there's a strong risk it will be insufficient or that my assessment proves wrong. I will shoulder this decision and ensure the record shows it was mine alone. Should you leave to seek employment elsewhere this choice shouldn't follow you."
"If you feel strongly that my judgement is in error, I offer you a vote for Leadership. My acceptance of the contract with Comstar was predicated on my remaining as commanding officer. So, that's where we stand. The floor's now open."
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[OOC: As an aside, the above is strictly story. Rob talked to both Logan and I before this went up. Logan will be able to bring his character back later should he choose. No player has the right to bounce another player's character from the unit or prevent them from coming in. While that should be obvious, I'm adding the note here to avoid any confusion in the future.]
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