"Commander Imhoff, yes. Appointed by the people of below to deal with your tyrannical reign." Imhoff was rather used to this sort of greeting, and seemed to brush it off. "As you are aware, I am sure, we have Adelmar Wislawa, fiance to your son. Are you willing to enter negotiations to get her back?" The female cut to the chase, not wanting to play any games. This was for her people.

Mannik's eyes moved to Adelmar and flickered to the ComPad, but otherwise the soldier didn't move a muscle. The man on the screen, however, didn't mention Adelmar by name, being informal by listing laws. It didn't bode well, and was a sure sign that the negotiations, should they take place at all, would be far from easy.