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congenially. They were a tall people. Almost seven feet with human features if you did not count that both genders had long beards and dressed identical so it was difficult to tell male from female. The Jarban were more humanoid than the Mucusto.
    The Jarban looked like short, stout humans except their hair was a variety of bright greens, blues and pink. They were a humble people and seemed on edge. Not that I blamed them. Tara came over smiling at those she passed with a charm and wit I do not possess.
    “You should have got this assignment. You would have had everything done by now.” She laughed and clinked a glass with mine.
    “Damn right, I don't know what Churlish was thinking. Have you hit him yet?” she asked.
    “Not yet. Timing is everything you know.” I said.
    “Nice dress,” she commented straight-faced. I almost hit her.
    The outfit I was wearing was essentially a white body suit with red silk wrappings that covered my breasts, then tied around my waist with an ankle length red skirt slit up both sides to the hips. Even a clothes fiend like me thought it was ridiculous, but Churlish had insisted it was necessary. Something to do with cultural factors of the Jarban, so he said. It also got me many stares from friends who were trying their best not to laugh at me. I had fortunately been allowed to keep my hair down.
    “You too. A little conservative.” Tara smiled. Her dress was a blue affair covering from ankle to throat to waist and just snug enough to show off her figure without being obvious. One of her better choices. Before she could respond two Jarban approached hesitantly. I gave them my best smile and encouraged them. They had translators around their neck which made things easier.
    “You are diplomat Jayne Loneway?” I nodded and raised my hands in greeting as they did. It was returned with a formal bow. An exchange of greetings was protocol.
    “Yes I am. This is Lieutenant Talkner, the Star Light ’s navigator and my best friend. May I have the privilege of your name?” Despite the bright green hair and shining blue hair their clothes were clean but worn. They had made an effort but it showed they were not a rich people.
    “You honor us by asking, Miss Loneway, as well as by introducing such a close friend.” They both bowed again seemingly startled by my gesture. The green-haired one spoke.
    “I am Tenty and this is my sister Lenty. We are Jarban as you can see. We would like to thank you for your courtesy in helping us establish a home. In honoring us as you have just done, you make us feel secure that you are the one who can help us. We are running out of most things and have begun getting desperate. There are those amongst us who believe in desperate measures, so are turning to greed. You could not have arrived with your Star Light at a better time.” The blue-haired one nodded vigorously. They were both very nervous but seemed to be conveying something they did not want to say out loud. At least not here. I was going to suggest us going someplace more private for a conversation when Churlish approached with the two Jarban leaders and two Mucusto who always seemed to be with the leaders.
    “Ah, Jayne. The Jarban have an interesting idea for the first day of the summit tomorrow.” I wanted to point out he was interrupting but Tara stepped in.
    “Then we will not distract you from your duties any longer Diplomat Loneway. Come my friends, our cooks have concocted the perfect dessert that matches your requirements and I believe you will be delighted by it.”
    She escorted Tenty and Lenty away. I gave them a formal parting gesture before turning my attention to Churlish and his group with a forced smile.
    I accompanied the Churlish back to his office after the diplomatic reception. We went over the arrangements for the next day but as we were talking I began getting a little light-headed. I felt like I had drunk some of the Chief’s brew. I shook my head and that just made me