Imperial Diet VII

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Arnold walks with measured steps into the Diet Chamber.

The Reich's administrators, dignitaries, ambassadors of Rome and many other nations plus the entire administration of the War Office and the Office of the Exchequer have been called together by the Duke.

He stops in the centre of the Chamber and spends more than a few moments gazing around at the assembled mass of people.

The feeling of expectation hangs in the air, growing with each passing moment.

Gentlemen of the Reich!!

The Death of Kaiser Peter and all but one of the Imperial General's has provided nothing less than an overwhelming result for the New Holy Roman Republic!!

The Duke's words die slowly in the massive chamber, there is not a sound to be heard in response. The Duke smiles to himself at such a muted response to the proclamation.

Raising an eyebrow he continues.

Therefore the following statements are required.

Firstly Maximilian von Hapsburg managed to flee the battle. He is herby banished for eternity from the Holy Roman Republic. Any person found aiding or abetting this man will also be banished from these lands.

Secondly, the Illuminati and our fellow Republican General's and Nobles will convene one month from today, here, in the Diet chamber, to determine the exact structure of the new Republic.

While this is ongoing you are all mandated to carry out the daily business of the Republic as you would have done had the slaughter in Trent never occurred.

Sweeping his arm across everyone in the chamber his voice hardens.

One month from today my lords...prepare yourselves, for THERE WILL be changes, and you might not like them. The reorganisation of the government will be precise and detailed make no mistake about it.

A new age us upon us gentlemen, the old system has gone and it will be replaced with a shining example of what can be achieved when merit and skill are the determining factors towards governing and leadership!!!

Arnold takes one more look around the gathered men then turns and departs the Chamber.

As soon as the door closes behind him, the entire chamber explodes into mayhem.