OK, this is not the "be all, end all", just a thread where we can all contribute ideas.
1. Do not let on the extent of the MARSupial network. Only names to be dropped are those B&B already know... Dilyn Carter, Jose Ferrar, Orpheus, Xanthos...etc.
2. Do not let them know how we communicate. The internet should not be mentioned...ever.
3. Let them know that we are not interested in any "so called" artifacts or images or whatever. Our concern is for the well-being of the former Brace probes.
4. Tell them that it has been determined that the Probes are now "Sentient" beings, and as such are not property to be controlled or "enslaved" by any entity or organization - ours or theirs. Our intent is to advise them on their "mission" on Mars.
5. You might mention that we know that the B&B mission has failed.
6. You might advise Parker that we know about their operation - even the coffee. We know that he made an attempt contact Gail and subvert Ms.Chang's activities. We now have two swords to hold over Mr.Parker. If he is truly concerned about the Probes, he will come over to our side and work with Mr. Hamlet. If it's some kind of "good cop - bad cop" ruse, we can easily plant some disinformation with Ms.Chang that he IS working with us.
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In short, there are two approaches we could use with Parker. We appeal to his sensibility and compassion, or we resort to blackmail.
What do YOU think???
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Zero
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