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“I never quite got that, you served your government dutifully, and then they turned on you.” Yukiko remarked. “I suspect the incident with Kendra was only half the battle. I don’t think we will be able to have normal relations with Khayyam’s administration, even if we manage to sort our own problems out.” The Princess added, looking down at her own cup of tea.

After a moment, Gouda noticed that something seemed to trouble Andrijana. “Don’t trouble yourself over Drulovic’s hand in freeing Her Majesty. This was the best possible outcome for all parties.” The Cabinet Intelligence Director explained. “We would have had to demand her immediate release, and depending on how your government processed that request, resorted to military action, we have the capacity to conduct raids from Shintenchi anywhere on this planet within a twelve hour period.” Gouda said, casting a brief glance to Drulovic.

“This way, avoided unnecessary bloodshed, and unnecessary hard feelings. Your jane doe is dead, our Majesty is returned to us.” Gouda said as Yukiko nodded with a smile.

“All is in balance, and everyone gets what they want.” Yukiko said, while Keiko smiled through the screen.

“All things considered.” She said, looking to Kendra. “I will be eager to return to Niihama.” Keiko remarked in Taiyou.