((A collab between myself and Sep))

As he flicked the last button Jack Sullam leant back, lights on the machine flicked on then off and the gear hummed into life. He just had to wait for someone to answer now.

As he was sitting enjoying the view of money coming in his secretary pocked her head through the door. "Call for you Jason.""Who is it?""Jack Sullam.""Golden City?""The very same.""Alright, thanks. I'll take it from here." Wearing a leather suit he never really had to adjust much in terms of making him look smarter, not that he wanted to make him look too formal. However he did adjust his posture slightly as while he still wanted to look relaxed he didn't want to look sloppy. Such things would be bad for business. 

The screen turned over to a picture of a slightly older man and he nodded at him. "Mr.Sullam. I will admit I was not expecting your call, how can I be off service?" He of course knew who he was, after some of his regulars started talking about Golden City and how it was so good he of course did his own research. Drunken customers talking about how they didn't have to pay taxes anymore also helped.It was irregular however for a bank to go asking for clients.

Jack looked at the man before opening a file on his desk, nodding and then turning back to the hologram.

"I would, in normal circumstances not be calling you myself Mr Daxx however recent events lead to me needing the business of a large company that deals in providing services. I am correct to assume that your Spacer does indeed deal in services and not products? Otherwise this entire venture will be a complete waste of time." Jack of course knew the dealings that occurred on the Lonely Spacer however he needed to see how much Jason Daxx would reveal with their first conversation.

"We sell our fair share of alcoholic beverages and food stuffs however my vessel purely acts in order to entertain our guests. If you would class watching dancers, fights or playing cards services then we do provide services. As much as I believe your company gives services of its own, a completely different style yes but as I've already mentioned they are services nonetheless." Jason took a sip from his bottle of beer, knowing full well that it would show up over the communication. If Sullam felt that just as he was drinking it would make him easier to make deals with he would be mistaken of course though he hoped such a reputable businessman would not make such a rookie mistake.

He heard the door open and waved them away before they even had a chance to enter. "The question is, what services is it you require? I am a busy man and not one for formalities. So lets stop beating it around the bush and get too it shall we?"

Jack had to stop himself from smiling. He liked this man, cutting through the shit and getting to the point.

"You are correct in saying that we do indeed provide services to our account holders. Those with slightly more large and impressive accounts receive the better service of course. I have sought you out as a number of the largest accounts we hold wish too...avoid...certain taxes and tariffs through off planetary investment as well as those who gain their wealth through less savoury methods and need their money to be smartened up. Your establishment provides a large flow of money that is difficult to track as you can't measure sales effectively nor can you measure the intake of supplies to work out sales as much of your revenue requires products. We wish to begin using your establishment for the activities mentioned earlier and are willing to offer a deal to make this arrangement as it could seriously expand both of our businesses as well as save you a lot of money."

Well there was hte proposition, though not an offer. An offer he would know exactly wha the was getting and though he knew what services the man offered this was more than the [i]Spacer[/i] using the company to avoid taxes. This was a joint venture where they both gained something. There was no need to beat it around the bush.

"Mr.Sullam, you obviously have had a longer career in the intricacies of the political businesses however lets get down to it. What exactly are you offering and what exactly is it you want? These are busy and trying times. I cannot spend all my time on a deal that hasn't been made yet."

Jack smiled once again. Now the cutting through the shit act was boring him and Jason Draxx was becoming another big business owner who had no idea how to find his way around the red tape and governments that ruled the galaxy. Hower Jason Draxx was also a very wealthy man and the deal Jack needed would be very beneficial. Quickly flicking a small switch he turned the conversation to a completely secure line. It was of course secure before however the switch enabled certain failsafes that meant if anything slightly out of the ordinary was detected the holocall would be terminated and all files of it would be simultaneously destroyed. 

"Mr Draxx, in exchange for using your ship as a firm for the laundering of our clients money and as a business venture. As well as holding your companies accounts as one of our most prized. we can offer you a number of services to pick and choose as you wish. Firstly any moneyt made on illegal ventures we can launder off of the ship to further hide the money,. Secondly we are investment bankers at heart and very good ones which means you could find yourself with a large investment portfolio if you wish. Thirdly there are certain permits you have to gain to operate the way you do, for the price of half of that we can acquire those same permits for you in a less than legal fashion. Finally we have a number of wealthy and important clients, meaning we conduct meetings and events. The Spacer is a perfect place for these things and we would be bringing their wallets with them. Giving you more wealthy paying customers. As a final note I would also ask, though this is not a requirement in the deal, that we be put in touch with other more illegal organisations that you work with. We believe we can offer them similar services and it would be a boost to our own numbers."

Jason pointed at the hologram at the other man. "I want it known that I will not sell out any organisations I am in contact with. Contact with them will be premeditated by their respective leaders." He leaned back again. "I didn't get this far by selling people out." He looked to the side. "Eve." A VI popped up at a hologram terminal off screen. "How long are our permits valid for?""One year.""Thank you eve." He turned back to the holocall. "As you no doubt heard our permits are valid for a year. Also while my ships visitors are not all law going citizens and some activities are not exactly lawful in the eyes of the council it is. All our permits are acquired legally so there can be no problems with them, I have the money to buy them and I will not add another risk by getting forgeries."

He took a sip from his beer. "The other options interest me. We have several large safes on board, each guarded by our own security and mercenary teams that are regularly rotated as well as a change in security protocols. Only I know every feature of security. I am sure we can come to an arrangement for laundering money through the casino. As it is hard to keep track of money once you enter. Many patrons discover this" He stood up and walked to the window overlooking the casino, and turned back around to face the man in the holocall. "As in terms with my own money I will relay half of my income through you. The rest stays aboard ship with me, meetings I have a new suite under construction that can be retrofit for such a use until then I do have a suite that would be suitable. I am sure at the same time we can maybe plan deals and incentives for my customers to go to you and yours to come to me."

Jack nodded slowly.

"I understand, third parties you put me into contact with will be dealt with in a manner that will protect your interests as a business man. In regards with the permits I am slightly angered that you would assume we deal in forgeries. These permits are legitamate ones that we are able to procure from individuals through the means of leverage and bribery. However I respect your decision to remain on the right side of the law for this area. Laundering money will take place through operatives of mine bringing sums of money to your casino. You will run them through as cambling credit and then will be returned to my operative as the clean money again. The process should take a number of hours to appear more realistic on your numbers. With the deals an incentives, as well as the suite I have a proposition. The Golden City Particulars invest a lot of money into other businesses, as your account will be when it is created as half of your money is very generous and would put you as one of our most precious clients, one such investment could be into a private suite aboard your ship. The sweet can be outfitted as we please and we will pay for the construction and fitting of the suite. You will also get any proceeds made through gambling or other activities in the suite. In return the suite is exclusive for the employees and clients of the Particulars whilst services will be provided by you. That way you even have a location to send your customers if they are in need of our services. And we are able to deliver your customers during our meetings."

Jack sat back, a holding on the Lonely Spacer would be profitable indeed and he was surprised that he hadn't thought of it before. A number of tables for different gamblings as well as private rooms, private shows and; if he could convince the partners to release enough funds, perhaps a small docking bay for the yachts the Particulars owned.

Jason sipped on his drink as he listened to the proposals. "No offense was intended, any type of illegality on the permits can be bad for business and end up having is shut down which I cannot have. In terms of your employees I myself have eyes and ears in the casino who work for me. I can set aside special tables for these games to ensure that the money comes through the right channels. In terms of the suite it is going to be the best one yet, near the front end of the ship with one of the best views off the ship and hence it is planned to be the most expensive, and largest, one yet. I am sure we can come to an arrangement in payment methods later, I am sure you will see my reluctance to actually [i]sell[/i] the suite and would rather rent it out. I would prefer to retain control over my vessel. However a rental agreemant can be made-" he nodded at the hologram of the VI in the corner. "-I shall send you the dimensions of the room now. I do not need to remind you that due to the lucrative business I own construction doesn't take very long."

He finished his drink and placed it on a side stand, causing it to disappear out of the holocall. "I will provide staff for this suite and dancers, however if any services are wanted other than them dancing will have to be paid for separately. These funds go towards the girls wages and keep them happy which is important to me."

Jack thought for a second.

"Renting the suite would be acceptable so long as it remianed exlusive and we were given permission to fit and construct as we pleased. I prefer to be able to make a Particulars mark on the properties were have any stake in. I will of course use any construction service you recomend as it is your property and so I know I would get the best deals through them aboard your vessel. If I send you details of a contract now would you sign so that we may both return to our own business and our partnership can begin?"

Jack had thrown up a panel as they were speaking and had quickly drafted out a contract. The headers and the like were missing however it had the details and two lines to sign on. The contract read as follows.

[i]Firstly the Golden City Particulars will open an account on their Black List for Mr Jason Daxx, this account has no limit in the number of funds that can be deposited or withdrawn however to do so requires a positive retina scan, voice sample and personal code before any changes can be made. Furthermore Mr Daxx agrees to the transition of funds from the Golden City Particulars vaults through his establishment before it is returned to the correct stakeholders within the Golden City Particulars. Next Mr Daxx will begin to rent out a large suite to the Golden State Particulars who then reserve the right to modify and fit the suite as they please, so long as it does not compromise the integrity of the ship and the security that Mr Daxx has aboard.
With the signing of this document the appropriate parties will be entering a state of mutual dealings in which the aforementioned articles will be law. 

......................................................... -Mr Jack Sullam
......................................................... -Mr Jason Daxx[/i]

Quickly signing the document he sent it through to the same address that had sent him the dimensions.

"Mr Daxx the contract states that we are indeed renting the suite off of you and that we are able to modify it to our own purposes, with you remaining in control of what steps to far etc. and states you will be opening an account with us. The amount you now deposit will be up to you and I will send our liaison, Miss Lana T'rea to conclude this business entirely. She can sort out the specifics of what will happen in our suite as well as your first deposit. Our first launder and our mediated meetings with the other parties you are in contact with. This contract will be sealed in my personel vault as well as a copy sent to yourself. We have masked the laundering as the transition of funds through your establishment, or gambling and this contract will never see a court or official. Is this satisfactory?"

As it came up on his screen Jason read it, signed it and slipped it away for his VI to double check before sending it back with his signature. "Satisfactory. I agree with you making your own mark on the suite however as I mentioned being my ship I need to retain control over all areas however I find your terms satisfactory. Most my business partners are of the legal variety and have their own various accounts within Council space. There are only two real establishments I use that may be interested and I shall contact them before informing you. I even expect to be hearing from one of them soon so it should not take long." He turned to Eve "Eve, send Mr.Sullam the coordinates of our next stop near Omega." He turned back to the camera.

"The ship is about to enter a transition to the Omega system where I will enter a orbit far out from the station. This is where your Miss. T'rea can come aboard, also from now on if we are to do business. Call me Jason, Mr.Draxx was my father and a fool. Now if that is all? I have many things to attend too."

Jack nodded and hovered over the button to hang up.

"That is all, Jason..."

Jack used the term coldly.

"We shall be in contact."

Pressing the button he closed the communications before sending the contract to his personal vault in their archives and standing up. Finally his day at the office was done.