(even I they couldn't trust them?)
"That's what I have been told.. but I still need an even fight . I had 2 guys with 2-3 feet in height on me.. manage to bypass my nullifiers. Got half the cargo... I had 5 ships 2 came back and I lost both security escorts. This is north of your Territory mind you." Ellanore brought him some oatmeal. "Thank you mom." He stirred in the topping she had put on it. "I can get you what you need.. just give me the list.. You can verify the good once I send you the transcripts.. you can inspect the goods. I will meet with your ships for the transfer.. I am not landing on any of your planets. But your hide goes with to pick out the security detail Pelig is also being lent to me until they are chosen. I am lucky to be returning to my wife and foals." He tasted it but it was too hot.
If there's a written contract, yes, otherwise no. The cats learn through each mistake, considering it a fair trade in exchange for the strategical information. And while they won't trade with an individual that raided, as an Empire, they won't care. Look at it this way; If someone's smart enough to get through their defenses, they deserve the goods. Sheesh.)
Festus forwarded Valdan's two lists to Chance's comm. "I will still need to speak with Valdan on your terms, though they seem reasonable enough."
"Good... I'd shake hands on it but I can't it's hard enough trying to eat." He went back to the oatmeal.
He nodded and went to the hallway, heading for the stairs.