Subject: Kuronbo (Wed Mar 24 19:49:14 1999)

Hail Great Flames of Heaven, greetings from your servant Nefer Maat. Words spoken in the Rialto I believe need to be forwarded to your ears so that your wisdom might churn over the possible repercussions of these words and actions. The Orcinus Kuronbo appeared in the Rialto to speak of the reasons for his production of a fleet. His words results in the anger of the Captain of the Korallion, Riva. These were the words she spoke in response to him.

"You dare to move thousands of troups into the Orman district without a 'by your leave'? you dare to park them on the doorstep of the Orman CapitoL? And expect no challenge?"

Riva says "Truths to be spoken? I trust little from your mouth at this time. You who betray who and what we are. Arrogant and thoughtless of what you do. The truths of the matter have 'conveniently' been hidden or obscured. I gave responsibility for finding shapers to discern the identity of said attackers on you with your representative. Shapers to tell us of the ones who did this, and with your selection of one to assist one we select ...being neutral. None have presented themselves or asked to assist with the matter. Your just cause is suspect. You count me for a fool? Even a child can calculate that a fleet and thousands of warriors can not come half a wolrs distance in so short a time as yours did. They were either 'conveniently' near or their arrival was prearranged. Do not play me for a fool."

Riva says "One /might/ even speculate that the fact that the only survivors wee members of your crew, and that anyone who might speak truth drowned or died of shark bites, and the 'convenience' of the attack is most opportune for moving an army into another Decemvirate. One might even possibly, just possibly wonder if the 'just cause' is taking over another Decemvirate. You manufacture reasons toward the Orman's where none existed."

"Indeed" Comes the solitary word spoken in flat hard tones. "So by your own words, you came into our territory expecting and anticipating trouble, never notified us and just sat there. Very interesting way of setting up events. It would be appropriate for you to turn yourself in for questioning regarding these events. I will stand surety for your safety with my own while you are under my direct protection in obtaining a resolution to this." With that, the Orman woman truns on her heel and strides off.

Most High, I have not included Kuronbo's rejoinders as you must most surely know his mind, having evinced your support by allowing him to fly the Varati pennant. Whether the Atlantean woman speaks truth or falsehood, there will be those who believe her words. May this knowledge aid you in making future decisions.

Your humble servant,
Nefer Maat