"The Terran Republic is quite upset with the current situation. The Martians have expanded far beyond our estimates, and we would like to even out the score. We can't catch up territorially at this point, but based on our military simulations, we would win a war. But we can't just openly attack the Martians-- that would cause havoc in our PR department. No, we need a reason, say, an invasion of one of our systems. That's where you come in: Because the Martians trust you, you'll be able to lure them into our little trap. The Martian fleet here in the Solar System will follow you to <DSY>. There, our warships will destroy them, while you land safely on <DST>. And just to make it worth your while, the Terran Republic will pay you ten million credits upon delivery of the Martian fleet. Oh, and if you don't follow our orders, you'll find a fleet of Terran Cruisers following you everywhere you go."
