Contract completed early."Aliya paused in thought, all the implications of a contract being "completed early" going through her head. It didn't sound ...like Katrina got what she wanted out of the negotiations. At least we got a pay out, so Katrina may be able to hire some techs to help with the HAMr maintenance. Oh, I almost forgot the reason I am here. she got out her datapad and flicked to the picture that she had been working on and showed Vin."That is what I want for my charima." Vin took the. We are here to discuss a wonderful new idea which should sweep your planet. It is a new cosmetic treatment which is not permanent, but is beautiful. Everyone can use it and the cost for materials is low. Everything you need can be found locally, so you do not have to depend on interplanetary trade to keep you in business." That sounds like a usable idea, but I don't have enough data to put a value on it."The two negotiators talked for a while, just as any salesman would handle a "cold call" on. You've got some nerve!" Excuse me?" I replied.With her hands on her hips and her face red she made herself clear: "You heard me. I'm a professional, licensed massage ther****t and not some cheap bimbo at some seedy underground establishment. And you're wife was even in the room, you lowdown cheater." I chuckled and looked her over, walking towards her in all my glory. "What the fuck is so funny?" she asked. "That you call yourself professional," I answered. She tried to speak but couldn't over. The inside of the cabin was not unlike any other weekend retreat. The foyer opened into a large room that was basically divided into three areas. In the center was a large sandstone fireplace flanked by wing back chairs, large overstuffed leather sofas, and a beautiful braided rug. Very cozy. To the left of the fireplace was a dining area with a very long oak table and 12 chairs. In this dining area was a large picture window overlooking a majestic valley. To the right of the fireplace the.