Ah, yes, this is Desmond Vanderlee. To whom do I have the pleasure of speaking?

I’ve certainly witnessed sunnier days, but I am not here to complain. I would like to negotiate passage on your vessel. I assume you have a free compartment in which I can stowaway?

You’re listening now. Good. Twenty million for safe passage to Sagan. That kind of payout could get you a new ship, new home, an extended stay on Neon, whatever suits your fancy. I’ll even chip in extra to split with whatever crewmembers may be eavesdropping.