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It took Kesslee some time to get ready, opting to wear his nicer state robes to the summit, which were like his duty robes, but a bit more ornate, with silver embroidery running along the front of the robes, and plush shoulder pads that were embroidered with ornate designs, and were a slightly darker shade of indigo. Everything was neatly pressed, Kesslee had to make a good first impression after all.

The door to his personal chambers slid open, the moment that the Scourgebane had begun it's final docking procedures with the Void Station's umbilical, the sounds reverberating all throughout the interior of the ship.

"Looks like I should get ready." Kesslee said to himself, this was the first time that the Aschen had made formal contact with the forces of the Exogarden since the fall of the previous administration, Kesslee knew things had been silent on the Aschen side of the Red Line for a reason.

Silently the Grand Confessor moved through the halls of the Scourgebane, Imperial soldiers giving him a wide berth as he moved. Each Imperial stepping aside inside the Scourgebane wide corridors.

To say nothing of the moment the Grand Confessor reached the starboard airlock where the umbilical was attached, there was a smooth, feminine voice that greeted the Grand Confessor's ears as he was stopped.

"You didn't think His Lordship was going to let you do this alone, did he?" She asked with a soft smirk that played across her face, in contrast to the Confessor's robes, Director Angel was dressed in a simple well tailored black pantsuit, with knee length skirt, and white blouse that she left unbuttoned at the collar. A black woman's blazer finished the ensemble.

"No, I didn't." Kesslee replied, casting a glance over towards Marlene as she stepped up besides him. "Try to behave, and not make a fool of us, Director."

Marlene chortled at the fact, and cantered her head ever so slightly. "With respect, Grand Confessor, I've been dealing with Scatterrans longer than you've been alive."

Kesslee grimaced as the airlock cycled, and then let the grimace fade into a neutral expression while armored doors retracted, and revealed the interior of the station, and the protocol droid.

"Just remember, Director. I am the will of the Emperor, not you, any decisions must be made by me in his name." Kesslee remarked, and Marlene shrugged. "Your lordship, I'm only here to ensure your safety." She said, gesturing with her right hand, and a shrug. She then tapped her earpiece. "Alpha team, standby, checkin cycles every twenty centars." Offering a smile, she waited for Kesslee to step forward. The two of them almost walked in step, following the droid to the chambers where the summit would be held.

Marlene's eyes subtly scanned the interior of the room, glancing about, and committing the finer details to memory as Kesslee stepped forward towards the table, and Marlene slowly moved behind him, keeping her hands at her side, the sound of her heels clicking on the floor giving an ominous deep clack with every footstep. Marlene had chosen these heels for a reason, they offered the best sound when she walked. A contrast to Kesslee's boots which were quiet.

The pair silently listened to Behar's introduction before taking their seats, Kesslee speaking first. "I am Grand Confessor Charles Kesslee, I am his Lordship's personal representative, and I speak on behalf of His Lordship in these proceedings, and this is my escort, Director Marlene Angel. She works with the Ministry of Defense." Kesslee said, not elaborating further. Once gestured to take a seat, Kesslee and Marlene moved to take their seats, next to each other at the table. Of course, Marlene moved to help herself to the food, specifically the roasted hog, using the provided utensils to cut herself a piece of meat from the back, and place it on the plate.

Kesslee shot her a glare, as she stuffed a large piece in her mouth, and shrugged. "When in Caprica I'm starving." She said, the food muffling her words.

Kesslee stifled a groan, but turned his attention back to Behar, and inclined his head respectfully. "I am pleased that you are so hospitable, and willing to receive us at such short notice, I am sure there is much to discuss." Kesslee said.