Mac's letter to Viper

Dearest Viper;

If you are reading this letter, then you should assume that I have passed away. I know that I have
hurt you very deeply by my actions, and by having our marriage annulled. I can only assure you that
I honestly felt that any hazard I faced would be equally, if not more, dangerous to you.
I had hoped that my plans would have eventually brought a stability to the Neutral Zone that has
not been seen since my father had been alive. I know that there were many forces working to direct my
actions. Many of those actions might have seemed chaotic. I was attempting to keep some of those
forces confused. I think I confused myself more than them. I have never been good at intrigue. I knew
that I might end up dead after this. I also knew that the people trying to "guide" me would not have
any hesitation in using you to control me.
After the incident on Regina where you were captured and lost your limbs. I knew that I had to
do whatever I could to protect you. I knew I could not turn to those who claimed could be trusted. I
also knew I had very little power with which to protect you. I considered asking Astridi or Grey
for help to protect you.
Astridi I do not trust and never have. If you have any dealings with him, do so with extreme
caution. Admiral Grey I might trust, if I felt that he would allow it. The Bach's might have helped, but
after Marci moved away I have not felt I could come to them for help. Mark seems more interested in his
politics than his friendships.

I started the Neutral Zone Confederation in in hopes of making the Imperium take a more direct
interest in the management of the planets they abandoned. The Zhodani were a tool. A poorly used
tool on my part. I'm sure they got more use out of me. I was severely disappointed with the Imperium's
response to the influx of Zhodani to Regina. Thier use of the Berebatan's to slaughter the Zhodani was
to say the least not part of my plans. I suppose I should have expected it though.

At the time I right this I deeply regret not having the confidence to be able to tell you how
sorry I am to have treated you so poorly. Included in this note is the location of a locker on Jenghe.
Where you will find all that I have left to give you. It is not even close to making any kind of
ammends towards you. It is all I have left.

5% ownership in Jenghe's new starport w/private ships bay.
2Mcr. in Dakkars.
Several encrypted data crystals.
The keys to an old classic burgandy Daimler Benz convertable. Located on Jenghe's downport.
I rebuilt it myself.

One last thing. Stavros is alive.

Please forgive me.
Mac