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OOC: Actually I can understand it better now. I'm sorry I got defensive, sometimes it's hard for me to separate a joke from something serious online, I thought that's what you really wanted. I'm sorry for jumping to conclusions, sometimes I can get too involved in my rp. Vostag, I am truly sorry and I take back all that I said. I would love to continue roleplaying with you.
Vostag and Volohk
IC: The Weight of it all.
Given that they haven't seen each other for several months, the Kaiser and his wife Kara take their both being in Hedra as a chance to see each other.
They've used their skills to lose any sort of attention they may get so that they can be in private. Upon seeing each other they run into each other's arms in a loving embrace. The Kaiser kisses Kara.
"I'm glad to see you." says the Kaiser.
"I don't know if I'm going to be able to stay at home away from you for this entire war." says Kara.
The two of them sit down and talk.
"I don't know anymore Kara. I just don't know. I work, and work, and work. I double, triple, and quadruple check everything I do for any sign of bias. I always have since the day I found the UNB. Because ever since then I knew every single thing I did. Either as the Kaiser of Hyperborea or as the Chief Exec of the UNB would be under the utmost scrutiny for any sign of bias. I try so hard. I have to filter out almost every ounce of myself and my love for my own country out of every little thing I do. I have on average 100-200 delegates I have to take into account to not make them feel targeted or upset. I try my best. I'm human. I'm not perfect. I can't catch everything despite all the rumors and cliches about me being all knowing. I do all of it knowing full well that there isn't any way that anyone will ever know a fraction of all that exhausting work and effort I've put into it all. One little miscommunication or mistake on my part or Hel not even nothing at all. And I'm called the bad guy. Vostag is the evil emperor that uses the UNB and BITO as a way to put it's hegemonic grasp upon the world. Yet people don't know that I'm my biggest critic. I can criticize myself far more and far worse than anything they can say or do. A lot of the fun has been drained out of it for me for a very, very long time. It's like walking on pins and needles all the time. I am tired. Oh so very tired. A fools errand this all was maybe.
All I know is I try, and I try, and I try and it seems like it's never good enough. I'm always the bad guy. If people really want me to be the bad guy then maybe I should start doing all the things I've thought and not acted on or all those things I've joked about. Maybe I should burn it all down like everyone always says I'm doing anyway. I wish I could show everyone the process which goes on in my head. The work I do. But it's just not possible.
I am just exhausted." Says the Kaiser.
With that Kara hugs the Kaiser and kisses him.
"I know all that you do. All that you have done. And you know all the work you have done. That is what matters. Everyone else in the world can call you and your deeds biased and wrong. But so long as you know the truth that you've done your best. That you have done it without an ounce of bias in your heart. That is good enough. Your a good man Thor Odinson. You put all you can into doing a good job and not for yourself but for people you don't even know. You're a good man. You are a man. You may have been gifted with a long life but you are still fallible like everyone else. You tried your best." says Kara.
The two of them spend the rest of the evening together just talking. They talk and talk and talk until the early morning hours.
IC: Kaiser Odinson and Kara drive through the ruined streets of Rikas, Hedra driving around the hulks of ruined burned out cars and other vehicles. They look at the ruins of the city and the people as they begin the long road of cleaning up the rubble and rebuilding. The silence of a once lively city is almost serene yet still eerie. After driving for several minutes they finally arrive at their destination. Pulling up the main driveway of the ruined sunspear palace around the a few more burned out vehicles the car the Kaiser is driving finally comes to a stop. The Kaiser and Kara have invited Arthur, Elys, Tybolt and the others to this location. The Kaiser and Kara step out of the car and approach the group. Rather than simple formal handshakes the Kaiser and Kara not only shake the hands of the former absolute royals but also give them some friendly hugs. Sending the message "We've been where you are." Kara gives some pecks on the cheeks.
"Well I know you all are busy but I wanted to give you one last thing and wish you all luck." Says the Kaiser to the group. Then the Kaiser turns and looks at Tybolt. "Stick your hand out." He says and Tybolt sticks his hand out and as he does the Kaiser puts the keys to the car in his hand. "The car is yours. Like the saying goes: It's a Doozy. A 1930 Duesenberg Model J Dual-Cowl Phaeton to be exact. It's got all the bells and whistles. You've got the dual cowl phaeton body so either you can sit in the back and be driven around or you can hop up front and have the whole family pile in and go for a drive. Perfect car for racing on Saturday, going to church on Sunday, and getting to work on Monday. Rarest, most expensive, most luxurious Hyperborean automobiles money can buy. There's a saying in Hyperborea. You haven't made it unless you drive a Duesenberg. And well I think it's fair to say Hedra has finally made it.
This car used to belong to the King Alfonso XIII of Brasilistanian. It was his favorite one and when he went into exile he took it with him. The car was rumored by many to have gone missing some point after his death. That's not true though as he and I were both car guys and we talked a lot about cars. When he died in '41 I was surprised when it turned out that he had it willed to me. That car was his prized possession. Now I'm giving it to you. Take good care of it. And if you ever think about getting rid of it... give me a call because I'll be more than willing to get it back in my collection."
The Odinson’s invitation to their old family home raises some eyebrows and some clearly sentimental about seeing their home in such a condition but the Kaiser and Kaiserina of Hyperborea invited them there, the reason must be something of some importance. They greet the Hyperborean couple, some like Arthur are surprised by seeing them act that way towards them but welcomed their cordiality with open arms.
Tybolt, upon receiving the keys from the Kaiser, is astonished by this amazing gift. The car once belonging to King Alfonso XIII of Brasilistan, the last king of Brasilistan and one of Hedra’s greatest allies, is already incredible on its own but Kaiser Odinson giving a car that was in his private collection makes it even more special.
“I... I am out of words honestly. This is probably the last thing I expected from this crazy emotional day; this really means a lot coming from both of you and to know that you support my country the feelings only get larger. I will not forget this, trust me. Don’t worry sir, I will take care of it as if it was one of my children this baby is mine now and I am not getting rid of it!”
Tybolt and the others thank the Kaiser and Kaiserina once again for their visit on such an important moment for Hedra and wish them all the best as well during this war and share their hopes for a quick war that will finally bring peace to this crazy world that they live in.
IC: "It's nothing really. I know you lot can appreciate the history of such a fine machine. Cars like this... They're not just cars they're kinetic works of art meant to be driven and enjoyed and not just looked at in a gallery. King Alfonso didn't own this car, I didn't own this car, and you don't own this car. Cars like this aren't owned by anyone. King Alfonso got this car and loved it and enjoy it and then he gave it to me and I got it and enjoyed it and now I'm giving it to you.
Oh and before I forget the folks at the IAA should get the rest of your family back home safe and sound pretty soon. They said it might take a bit longer because of something about someone loving shoveling out hog pens or something. But anyway they'll be back within the next week or so. Unless you want them to wait in Hyperborea until things here get a bit more settled. It's up to you in that regard. If that's what you want to do then just say the word.
Now there is one thing you can do for us... You can give me and the lady here a ride to the airport!"
As Tybolt drives Kara and the Kaiser to the airport the Kaiser leans over close to Kara and whispers to her; "The kid thinks he can get his hands on Alfonso's Hispano-Suiza he's got another thing coming." To which Kara laughs.
"Well something tells me that this car will eventually make its way back to you. Hedrans aren't gifted with the same longevity as Hyperboreans and no one has lived as long as you or I. So there's always the chance that it will come back home to the stable." Kara whispers back.
"I feel it will too. But when you've got a whole herd of horses in the stables you sometimes you just gotta let some of them out for someone else to ride em. Cars are meant to be driven. I hope these folks can get some enjoyment out of it. He gets in one accident with it and I'm taking it back. I will go to war for this baby." Says the Kaiser and he and Kara laugh together as they are driven to the airport.
OOC: Sorry about the long delay folks. Life has been really busy BUT seeing as I've been having the Kaiser do all these damn summits and meetings lately might as well do this one too right?
IC: After many delays due to the ongoing war the Kaiser formally and officially invites the leaders or their representatives of Amerecus, Belfi, Geruya, Hedra, Hengu, Sovern, Usislur, and Velkisa to the Hetamantial Palace in Baturyn, The cossack hetamanate for the previously agreed upon summit regarding the United Aoerian Emirates and the Aoerian Investment Initiative.
The leaders or representatives of Alinu, Ast wal, Kelvenir, & Valenborn, while not involved in the AII, are invited as nonparticipating observers.
Ooc: *takes a big yawn and gets out of the coffin i sleep in before walking in*
What did I miss?
OOC: Just the usual chaos. lol
IC: Geruya's Emir has sent a representative to the summit.
IC: Emir Masa Mami and his translator will be present for the event, sugary delights and cigars will be ajoined gifts for the Kaiser and the rest of the involved parties.
IC: President Alduin will personally be present for the summit. As well as his Secretary of Foreign Affairs.
IC: Chairman Randall Alflerheim speaks to the members of the UNB.
"Greetings and salutations fellow nationals, leaders, and bureaucrats. I have read all your present constables, and I am pleased that my nation may exist in a world where we may do our own thing without the interference of whigs in skirts. I am pleased.
I am the Chairman. I have recently lead the Totalists of my nation in the name of matrimony, equality, and collective prosperity. We have barred witnesses to the war, and we recognize this crisis as a dire situation for the world. I will not stand idly as other fight for my country. We will be leading a campaign to assist you in combat, we will also be providing other supplies with no need to apply debt, as it would violate my most personal views. All for one, and one for all."
Rekua and Quing Nara
The Revolution Aftermath: Departure and New Beginnings
After Kara Odinson’s visit and Kaiser Odinson’s surprise visit, they carry on with Arthur Wolfgang Ghanor trial. This was a very emotional one compared to all of the ones that came before his, especially because his own family were the ones sitting across him in the trial. They already had discussed and settled on Arthur’s punishment before the trial but the sight of a son and a father sitting with chains around his hand knowing that he was one of the responsibles for this revolution in the first place. The trial lasted longer than expected and not only the surprise arrival of Arthur’s sister Elena to be at her brother’s side delayed things even more, Arthur’s middle sister Daena who is almost or completely unknown to the public also arrived at the scene.
Arthur was formally sentenced to exile in the island of Monrassa, his supporters which include Sir Alois which now is representing Hedra in a summit regarding the United Aoerian Emirates and the Aoerian Investment Initiative, were allowed to join him in exile. Queen Alice however chose to file for divorce and live her life as a “simple aristocratic” woman, she has also decided to educate two of her children, Princess Arya and Prince Royce, leaving Princess Alys to be taken care of by the government as an heir to Tybolt if he is chosen to reign after his father’s abdication. Other royals, such as Prince Brandon and Princess Helga, also decided to go into exile knowing that they no longer represent what Hedra truly is. These royals going into exile have obviously shrunken down the size of the former Royal Family leaving only Tybolt, Elys, Princess Alys, Cerelle, and two of Tybolt’s daughters that have not yet been recognised as official members of the family.
During his abdication speech, the former king transferred all his power to his mother Elys, using that power Elys formed a triumvirate to temporarily rule Hedra until they decide on what type of government will follow. The members of the triumvirate are Elys, Mr. Sarney and Tybolt. One of their first measures was to start the reconstruction of Hedra, mainly Rikas, and parallel to that speeding up the process of deciding what government will be decided on. After a long time of discussing privately and publicly, Tybolt was chosen to be the leader.
The monarchy system was also allowed to continue but now it will be different, among the major changes agreed upon there were: the provinces, in the mainland and overseas, will have more autonomy but still answer to a centra no l government; the monarch will be the head of state while the president of the council of ministers/prime-minister will be the head of government; the Moderating Branch is the fourth branch of government and held by the monarch as the neutral power to balance State and Government; titles of nobility are no longer heraditary and can be confiscated by the monarch after being granted. Last but not least, it was decided by popular demand that Hedra would become an Empire and Tybolt would hold the title of Emperor. Tybolt, was a bit bothered by the decision but after giving it much thought he accepted the people’s choice and was acclaimed as Emperor, his coronation however will be delayed and plans are for it to take place after the Lemurian War with Elys and Barnabas Sarney ruling Hedra until after the coronation. The name of this “new” will be The Imperial Federation of Hedra and the hopes for a brighter future only grow as Hedra takes it’s first steps into the free modern age.
THE END!
SIC: President Alduin is informed about the recent trials and reform in Hedra, upon a moment of silence which he briefs before entering the conference room, he claps in applause. "Excellent; then everything is going according to plan." He whispers to his Secretary of Foreign Affairs.
President Alduin pauses momentarily, and looks back at his subordinate. "All that is left is one last domino to finish the affect. A new dawn is coming, my dear friend."
IC: Honk Knoh has declared independence from Hedra!
The directorate government has stated that anyone from Hedra may apply for asylum and residency. Government reform had been pushed, making it so Honk Knoh becomes a representative democracy, while maintaining the traditions of Hedra before its recent reforms.
Vice President Aswald Heihsiv has proposed a protectorate status to Honk Knoh, under the conditions of a disclosed treaty; which will be shortly delivered.
IC: The Honk Knoh government has accepted the offer from Sovern's Vice President after reviewing the terms of which has been proposed.
IC: President Samsonite will be there to observe the summit and is honored to be invited. This is the first event involving the nations of Aoeria which Ast Wal has been invited to in the history of Ast Wal. Today marks a landmark in recognition of Ast Wal's sovereignty as a nation.
Vostag and Kelvenir
IC: President Kharakhet shall be attending as an observer.
IC:
"Emir Yummad Hauli IX. It is a pleasure to be at your presence. Your arrival to Birnin Zana is such a momentous occasion, may I be the first to offer you a drink?" President Amaza Obeji proposes, while simultaneously hosting him to his seat in the Ebony Office. Where the President of Rekua conducts their routine duty to the nation.
President Obeji hands the Emir some water. "I understand that you are facing a water supply issue, as I have said over the phone, Rekua is currently in the works of mass producing salination plants, and in the process of providing more than five countries fresh water and sanitation systems through infrastructure contracts. The situation in the southern hemisphere is something we must stay united on if we hope to have more water tomorrow. With your funds, and special arrangements, we laterally improve the situation, while both economically prospering from it. Your nation, along with the rest of the U.A.E. are going to need everything they can if the Lemurians decide to invade mainland Aoeria. We are there to support you in any way, financially and militantly.
In return for beginning the infrastructural renovation of your nation, and providing a secure line of water and water processors; it is in equal return that we are provided discounted amenities, ties to your oil production, and a bit of sway for land development. There is a risk-free security that will allow us to bail out any debt that is accumulated through these projects. We will not hold you down for any financial issues, not that I assume you couldn't keep up with the water bill. We have also secured mutual defense pacts with the rest of the Aoerians, you're last nation is has handed in their acceptation. We can not move forward in any future projects if we are not willing to protect each other, each party being equally reliable for the other's safety. Especially since our economies in the last decade have become increasingly intertwined.
Yes, I will say Rekua previously hit a hard pick with a few other countries, and we also willingly withdrew itself from BITO, but that is because we are looking for more continental interests. We are bouncing back, and we are not letting a few bullies get the best of us and our interests. Let's not let a body of water separate us during these hard times. The U.A.E.'s interests alone can be easily satisfied, we are scientifically and economically exponentially growing. Once we are all together, in a unified interests, and our people can freely live among everyone else in the world. What do you say?"
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