Unspeakable bubbles

Under the influence of a certain driving force, not only those well-known experts and professors, but also many high-ranking officials have publicly stated that the Federation has truly reached a point where change is needed!

Thus, the focus of public opinion shifted once again, from Congressman Fernand's scandal to the rationality of the current federal system.

Calls for reform are growing louder, and people are constantly discussing the future of the Federation over tea after meals.

It is difficult to create a reasonable system out of nothing; the best approach is to learn from and improve upon existing systems.

Of course, the State of Statt is, after all, the third largest country.

Well, let's set aside for now whether the Federation, which was severely damaged by the Black Tide, can still bear the title of the 'Third Great Power'.

Because we are a major power, the countries whose systems we learn from must not be inferior to our own.

After all the calculations, only three meet the criteria.

Saine, Pluton United, and the Great Plains could also be considered as one.

No, Sain won't do. The Federation is a free country, and no one can accept having nobles or kings dominating them.

prairie……

That would be even more outrageous!

After the saintess Tana came to power, the Great Plains became a theocratic state.

Few people in the Federation believe in God, and there is no basis for them to develop into a theocratic state.

The biggest problem isn't that; the gods of the grasslands aren't the kind of fictional gods that only appear in religious texts.

That is a 'living god' who can manifest himself and appear in the world in his true form!

Legend has it that when a devastating plague broke out on the grasslands, it was their 'Mahakala' who performed a miracle and ultimately saved the grassland people.

Where can the Federation find such a true god?

So let's stick with Pluton!

A coalition of governors governing, hmm, that sounds pretty much like a federation.

However, Prudential has a Grand Consul who is above all the other Consuls!

Isn't this exactly what the Federation needs?

"In fact, the Federation doesn't need to follow the example of other countries; we can be completely ourselves!"

"Congressman Edward, do you mean it's better for the Union to remain as it is?"

Edward flashed a perfect smile when asked by reporters.

"Of course not!"

Of course not, otherwise why would I have gone to such lengths to guide the situation to this point?

"The Federation has reached a point where it must change, but we don't need to deliberately imitate any particular country."

"Didn't our predecessors in the Federation provide a very good answer?"

“You mean…” someone quickly made a connection.

"That's right, I'm talking about the speaker system!"

"The system established at the beginning of the Federation?"

"The Trinity system (three members of parliament and one speaker)?"

"But isn't implementing a speaker system a step backward in history?!"

One reporter asked loudly, "Is it necessary for the federal government to revive this system that has been rendered obsolete by history?"

"Times have changed!"

Edward quickened his pace: "The abolition of the speaker system was in line with the social needs of the Federation at that time, and my proposal to reinstate the speaker system now is also based on the current national situation!"

"Then, Your Excellency Edward, who do you think is most suitable to be the Speaker of the Federal Parliament?"

A reporter asked, "Your Excellency Gulian, Your Excellency Fielding, Your Excellency Shingo Fukai, or perhaps, yourself?"

"It's not up to me to decide who is the most suitable for me."

Edward said earnestly, "Only the people's voice matters!"

"Whoever has the highest public support will become the speaker!"

"Your Excellency Edward, do your words represent the views of all members of parliament?"

"Your Excellency Edward, is the Federation going to hold a public election?"

Is Representative Fernandin on the shortlist?

"Who is eligible to vote, and how should they vote?"

"Lord Edward!"

Edward smiled without saying a word. He simply waved to everyone and left the venue surrounded by bodyguards.

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A table, with four people sitting in the four corners.

Three men and one woman, some with their heads down in thought, some with smiles on their faces, some with their eyes closed to rest, and some savoring their tea.

After a long silence, Edward gave his son-in-law a hint.

However, Shingo Fukai maintained his enigmatic smile, seemingly oblivious to the frequent glances he received from his father-in-law.

"..."

"cough."

Finally, Edward coughed and put down his teacup.

"The situation in the Federation is very bad right now."

Edward said gravely, "If we don't unite as one, the Federation may disintegrate during our term!"

"Post-war relief, urban reconstruction after disaster, shortages of supplies, rising crime rates... these are the internal problems that need to be addressed."

"Outside the church, the Holy King Church has formally requested freedom of missionary work from the Federation."

"Given His Excellency Wells' heroic sacrifice, it is difficult for us to refuse this 'reasonable request'."

Edward paused for a moment: "The Holy King Church is a truly global organization. Once its tentacles extend into the Federation, there will likely be another uncontrollable factor in the future."

"..."

Upon hearing this, the other three councilors appeared worried, and Shingo Fukai even showed a rare expression of displeasure.

He subconsciously ran his hand over the thick, black notebook. "Allowing those extremely self-centered, unrealistic guys from the Holy King Church to open churches in the Federation?"

"This is really not a good idea, Your Excellency Edward. You must think it over carefully!"

"Otherwise, there will be endless troubles."

“I understand, but the Federation does owe the Holy King Church a great favor this time.”

Edward sighed: "With the power of the Holy King Church, we can't renege on this favor."

"..."

"It's not just the Holy King Church; the Pruton Union is also putting pressure on the Federation."

"Because of their support for the Federation, the Pruton Union lost their railguns."

"The Federation needs to give an explanation for this matter."

"How can you blame us for this?"

Gulian said unhappily, "That Grand Consul doesn't go looking for trouble with Chaos, but instead blames us!"

"In any case, the Pruton Union extended a helping hand to the Federation during the Black Tide."

"We must give a response."

Edward sighed, "The Federation is truly beset by internal and external troubles these days."

"So, is the Speaker System your solution to save the country, Edward?"

Fielding suddenly shouted sternly, "Is this truly for the country and its people, or is it merely for your own selfish gain?!"

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"For personal gain?"

Edward smiled: "Fielding, you know the state of the Federation right now. Do you think this Speaker's position is so easy to hold?"

Seeing that he remained silent, Edward continued, "Besides, this speaker was not elected by a few of us, and even the members of parliament may not necessarily be any of you present here."

"This is outrageous!"

Fernand roared, "What the Federation needs most right now is stability! Edward, what are you trying to do by creating such panic among everyone!"

"People are filled with anxiety?"

Edward looked around and said, "Fernand, I can't see anyone else who has lost their composure besides you."

Fernand choked, then looked at Fielding and Gulian with a stern face: "Are we just going to sit idly by and watch history regress? As long as the three of us disagree, those two won't get anywhere!"

"There are strong calls for reform on my end," Fielding said with a hint of helplessness.

"That's not what I'm most concerned about right now!"

Gulian stared at Edward: "Whether it's the internal troubles or the external threats you just mentioned, those aren't the most critical issues."

"I'm asking you, that little girl... have you thought about what to do?"

“I have a foolproof plan, there will be absolutely no problem this time!” Edward said decisively.

"..."

Gulian's brows gradually relaxed, and she nodded: "Then I'll wait and see."

"You two..."

Seeing the two of them sitting calmly by, Fernand was so angry he almost lost his temper.