"We use AI to regulate contracts between different parties in our worlds. These contract chips ensure that the contracts are fully carried out, otherwise the AI provides a suitable punishment. In this case since I'm sparing your lives after you tried to kill me, it would probably result in death."

"That's fine. What do you want us to do?"

"You'll be working for me. How long do your people live?"

"We have 23 races in our fleet, though I'm not sure how many are left, but the average lifespan is about 60 years, with ranges between 20 and 100."

"Good, I'll have all of you work for me for... Lets say 20% of your total lifespan, or 60% of your remaining lifespan whichever is less. The details will be in the contract. I'll provide food, lodging etc. but you will not receive pay."

"I don't think we have a choice do we?"

"No."