In the Freedom Committee, thirty-one members were voting on a bill.
This is the "Equality Act", which is an annex to the "Bill of Rights" promulgated not long ago. On the basis of respecting natural human rights, it advocates the abolition of princes, hereditary nobles and all titles of nobility, and that everyone is born equal.
Salaman believes that this is not conducive to the new regime's stabilization of the local area and may arouse local rebellions. Appropriate compromises should be made, such as not temporarily canceling the ban, but limiting the privileges of these people. Fox believes that all compromises are surrenders, which is
The struggle of blood and fire should eliminate all inequalities through violent means.
Essentially, Salaman advocated that Europe should become a parliamentary constitutional monarchy, with the emperor becoming the nominal head of state, executive power vested in the cabinet, legislative power vested in parliament, and judicial power vested in courts at all levels and the Supreme Court.
In contrast, Fuchs and his supporters are radicals. They advocate the establishment of a republic without any monarch. The elected head of state is not only the commander-in-chief of the armed forces, but also has overall executive power and has the right to nominate the cabinet.
Members, the government is only responsible to the head of state.
The two had a heated argument over this. As a compromise, someone proposed that the Ministry of Justice propose a draft bill, and debate and vote on the basis of this draft. However, the draft proposed by the Ministry of Justice surprised Salaman.
Because those judges who are considered to have professional legal literacy and independent spirit almost side with Fuchs, this makes Salaman feel frustrated.
"Publicly hang Carlos II!"
This is the most earth-shattering proposition in the Ministry of Justice’s version of the Equality Act, because the emperor represents the anti-freedom and anti-equality forces and is the source and cornerstone of all inequality. Only by publicly executing the emperor can we greatly deter the surging royalists everywhere.
of rebellion.
At the same time, this idea was also extremely tempting, and it hit the weak point of most committee members. As long as the emperor was alive, the new rich who came to the stage in the revolution would be very uneasy. They did not want to succumb to the feet of a single man again.
Letting this person disappear forever will give them peace of mind.
The Liberal Committee passed the bill overwhelmingly.
Salaman looked helplessly at the judges who were specially invited to attend the meeting, especially the elegant one among them, who gave him an apologetic smile.
On the same day, September 9, 1836, the Free Council proclaimed the establishment of the Republic of Europe. Salaman became the provisional consul of the republic, ruling on behalf of the people until the establishment of a national parliament, while other members occupied prominent positions.
The people of the Holy City once again took to the streets and caroused all night long. The people of the Holy City always have a fanatical enthusiasm for politics, which is incomprehensible to people from other provinces.
The next day, September 10, Salaman was sworn in under the witness of representatives from all walks of life.
Although Salaman's influence was declining in the small circle of Tulip Party members, his influence remained unshakable among all citizens, craftsmen, intellectuals and the military who supported the revolution.
"What an extremely glorious moment!" Bieber-Thompson exclaimed, "This has created a history. No matter what, this will be written into the annals of history."
"It's indeed an honor," said Fuchs. Although he was also applauding enthusiastically, those who were careful would notice that the rhythm of his applause was half a beat slower.
"Congratulations to you too, Mr. Vice-President. The success of the revolution was also made possible by leaders like you. Although people tend to focus only on the person in the middle." Thompson said.
"Thank you! As the first Minister of Justice of the Republic, I hope you can shoulder your responsibilities." Fuchs said, "Especially when the current order is in urgent need of restoration, the law is the only criterion."
"I will do my best," Thompson said humbly, "but I am worried that many revolutionaries have suddenly risen to high positions, and some...well, how should I say? Some have forgotten their origins."
"Bieber, what did you hear or see?" Fukes asked curiously.
"You know, many nobles were either arrested or fled, and the property they left behind, especially real estate, became a big piece of fat. These people's wealth and wealth have become the pockets of some people." Thompson said, "
I'm sorry, but I'm worried that they will become the same people we once hated. It's the arrogance of power."
"My minister, you are making a fuss out of a molehill. Whether it is the holy city or the capital, from civilians to the military, our supporters are everywhere. The founding of the Republic is a clear proof. You see how excited the citizens are. As long as
With their support, we will definitely realize our ideals and build Europa into our utopia. However, I am very pleased that you pointed this out so frankly."
Fox said nonchalantly.
"But I heard that in the provinces, where the fire of revolution is still weak, the royalists are setting fires everywhere. They are even preparing to form an army in Genoa in an attempt to restore." Thompson said, "Yes, we don't have an emperor, but the emperor
Still alive, but he lives in prison."
"What do you want to say?" Fuchs looked a little unhappy, "Although it has always been my political opinion to execute Carlos II. But our interim consul is right. The emperor is in our hands and can still play a role.
Some caution. Once we execute the emperor, our enemies will become even more unscrupulous."
"No, no, it doesn't matter whether the emperor is alive or dead. Because the Genoese can establish another emperor," Thompson said.
"Carlos II, the second prince, and all the members of the royal family are in our hands. Who do they want to appoint? Crown Prince? People have completely awakened, and they don't want anyone to ride on their heads and dominate them anymore," Fuchs said.
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"What about Sean Connery?" Thompson mentioned a name.
"Are you kidding me? A lucky illegitimate child?" Fox laughed dumbly.
"If the Vice-President had carefully studied this man's origins and the secrets of the palace, he might have come to a different conclusion." Thompson said with a confident smile on his face, "I have witnesses who may be able to prove his origins.
Very suspicious. The eldest prince Jean Sauron is forty-six years old. It is said that he fell in love with a female dancer in the palace when he was twenty, which angered Carlos II. However, when he was thirty-five
I just got married, which is very unusual..."
"Isn't it possible?" Fuchs had an incredulous expression on his face, "I have to say, Mr. Tomlin could change his profession and become a novelist. Your masterpiece will definitely be very attractive."
"However, I have a witness, a nobleman from Poitou."