Extreme Cold Era: Shelter Don't Keep Waste-Chapter 737 - 690 Voting Results

"The vote counting has concluded. There are a total of one hundred seats in the National Assembly, with ninety-seven members present today. There were eighty-four valid votes, with thirteen members abstaining." On the podium, Duke of Gloucester glanced at the voting results in his hand, displaying an unsurprised expression, then read the count in a flat tone.

The member who proposed the impeachment was watching Perfikot with eager and excited eyes, as if already declaring victory.

However, Perfikot had already understood the outcome upon seeing Duke of Gloucester’s expression.

So she stood up directly, not bothering to listen to the final voting result and headed towards the door.

"Are you scared? Afraid of the power of democracy and freedom, dictator!" Behind her, the member who proposed the impeachment shouted in triumph as Perfikot left, as if he had already won.

Perfikot couldn’t bring herself to respond to such people whose stupidity seemed naive or whose naivety seemed stupid. She shook her head helplessly and sighed, "Still too full."

After saying this, she left the voting site directly.

Behind her, Duke of Gloucester finally announced the voting results: "Of the eighty-four valid votes, seventy-one opposed, thirteen in favor. The impeachment motion against the Lord of the North is not passed."

"No! This is impossible! There must be someone cheating! This is a betrayal of freedom and democracy!" The member who proposed the impeachment exclaimed in disbelief, even though Perfikot, who was already in the hallway, could hear his cry of broken faith.

To such howls that resembled a defeated dog, she could only shake her head helplessly and sigh, "If it aligns with their views, it’s called democracy; if it doesn’t, it’s called election interference. What a double standard."

However, Perfikot didn’t care much about these. Even if the impeachment did pass, for her, it was simply a matter of dissolving the current National Assembly.

Be it through a cabinet resolution, a royal decree, or forcibly dissolving the National Assembly, it was easy for Perfikot to achieve.

Such actions would merely be troublesome for her.

There’s no need to create trouble while watching the spectacle.

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While Perfikot considered it a joke, others did not see it that way.

In the current circumstances, someone being able to propose such an inexplicable impeachment was an extremely dangerous signal for the Victor Empire.

After the proposal was rejected, the cabinet convened an emergency meeting.

"The nature of this incident is very malignant! I understand that freedom and democracy should not be restricted, and members have the right to propose what they deem necessary. However, the fact that a motion that could threaten national security was openly submitted to the National Assembly for a vote exposes too many issues!" It was Prime Minister Wellington speaking, though he was promoted by Perfikot, he bore no personal interest in this matter.

Because everyone in the cabinet was well aware of Perfikot’s significant influence on the country.

"Although the proposal was submitted to the National Assembly for a vote under the direction of Count Brandelis, the event itself is an absurd farce! These people probably do not realize the importance of the Northern Count to the Empire," Kallen commented, though she spoke more subtly, without overt aggression.

However, the representative from the Military Department spoke with more intensity, shouting, "This is a betrayal of the country, a stain and desecration of the Northern Count’s honor! The catastrophe isn’t even over yet, and they’re already thinking of dealing with Count Brandelis!

If they dare to impeach the Northern Count today, will they dare to abolish the Royal Family tomorrow? The day after tomorrow, what they dare to do is simply unimaginable! We must take decisive and stern actions against this situation!"

"I agree that this matter must be treated seriously. The members who voted in favor or abstained must be investigated. I seriously suspect whether there are dangerous elements endangering national security among them. Also, regarding the member who proposed the motion, I wish for his immediate arrest, as someone like him is enough to be convicted of treason." This time, it was a Royalist Party cabinet member speaking, but his demeanor was equally strong.

Eldest Princess Annie was also very upset that Perfikot was subject to impeachment, but she remembered her role as the Eldest Princess, so her wording was not harsh, but her stance was clear: "The Royal Family will maintain its usual position in this matter, expressing support for the Northern Count. Additionally, I also agree to investigate these involved members, as their actions have severely impacted the stability of the Empire."

In this matter, Eldest Princess Annie agreed with the military representative’s speech; today they dare to restrict Perfikot’s power, attempting to impeach her, and tomorrow, they might truly dare to demand the abdication of the Royal Family, transforming Victor Empire into a so-called democratic nation.

Therefore, in handling this matter, the Royal Family must express a firm attitude and offer unwavering support to Perfikot.

In the past, the Royal Family showed support for constitutional monarchy, gradually delegating power to the parliament, and letting the royal authority fade from the power center of Victory.

But this does not mean the Royal Family genuinely wished to give up everything they possessed, or could be abolished by others. 𝚏𝗿𝗲𝐞𝐰𝚎𝕓𝐧𝚘𝘃𝗲𝐥.𝐜𝚘𝕞

They can delegate power to parliament because the Royal Family also understands that in this era, establishing a highly centralized monarchy is impossible, and the consequences would be severe.

Delegating power to parliament is also a way to adapt to the changes of the times, ensuring that the status of the Royal Family is not threatened by establishing a constitutional monarchy.

But it does not mean totally abandoning everything, allowing impeachment and abolition.

It’s important to know the Royal Family is not in decline yet, even if they ceded some power before, the military is still firmly in the Royal Family’s grasp.

As long as the Empress or Eldest Princess Annie wishes, they can wipe out any opposition with the military.

"I suggest a thorough investigation, as the matter has already threatened national security. If the proposal were passed, and the Lord of the North intended to use force to annul it, it would spark a civil war in the Victor Empire." At this moment, another member raised the topic that everyone wanted to avoid.