"You shouldn't have done this today." In his office, when there were only two people left, Master Russell said solemnly to Lu Xi.

"What did I do? Is it not permissible to be a responsible military man and a citizen of the Commonwealth to frankly express his views to parliamentarians and ministers? What about the boiled persimmon oil? What about the interests of the people who say good? I also pay taxes, so don't I count the people? Lu Xi looked at the other party and blinked innocently, his face was full of doubts and confusion, until he couldn't cry or laugh when he asked the other party, and then he took a big sip of iced tea.

Although some of Lu Xi's questions were very difficult to answer at first glance, after careful consideration, it was clearly populist nonsense, and Master Russell decided to ignore this stubble very wisely, and said directly: "The Azure Palace is a place where the rulers and representatives of the people will discuss national affairs together, and it is completely broken to do anything in this place, not to mention, you even use spiritual magic." We are all spellcasters, with supernatural powers in our hands. If they abuse their power wherever everyone speaks freely, won't those ordinary legislators not even have the opportunity to speak? What, then, is the existence of parliament, the republican form of government that our ancestors aspired to in glorious democracy? ”

"Tsk, look at what you said. The Parliament of the Federation has not staged an all-out martial arts in history, there are people who fight in groups with bench seats, there are also members born of magicians who use the Azure Palace as a dueling ground, and there are also members and ministers who are killed on the spot! Well, my patriarch Timest Webber did just that, and the style of his ancestors is really heartbreaking! ”

Well, in comparison, the old man is a little less interesting. At the beginning, he just beat the old man of the previous generation of the Greenkels family, who was the speaker back then, directly on the rostrum of the Azure Palace, and beat the other party until there were only two teeth left in the other party's mouth, and his face was so swollen with bruises and scars that even his mother couldn't recognize it, and it was estimated that he couldn't recover it with beauty magic, so he patted his ass and walked away. However, he didn't kill anyone after all, and that's the gap.

Therefore, the great men of parliament must be gentle and polite, believing in the power of words, wisdom and justice. They are erudite and rigorous in their thinking, relying on logically rigorous and reliable evidence and data, and using contagious words to test and argue with each other, trying to find the most favorable way forward for the country and its people...... Those who really believe in the above are either stupid or bad, and then stupid and bad.

Of course, although it has not happened in the past few years, it is not earth-shattering news that the veterans of the Federation have fought in the Blue Palace. Even if it is spread to the outside world and the ordinary people know, the most they can do is to send out something like "Ah, it's started, I know", and then what to do or what to do.

Of course, he used spiritual magic to subtly influence the judgment of the Deputy Speaker to make him deviate, and used illusion to induce the endless sense of shame and guilt left by Master Ragul, the master of the Hoshimi Pavilion, on a large scale, which made the dignified old man cry on the spot, and made the few angry young members of the council fight against the rats...... The above are indeed Lu Xi's actions. Although he did it very secretively, he shouldn't have been caught with the evidence, but the casters are not stupid, and they can react immediately after a little consideration, right? This kind of behavior is, of course, worse than doing it directly.

However, it is still the same sentence, even if it is, so what? Isn't this the consistent style of Colorful Rose Island? As long as the descendants of the Great Sage of Laxis do not directly overturn the rotten table of the federal state, they can only let it go.

Yes, Orucello, who could single-handedly intimidate all the federal giants, is dead, and only a young man remains. However, can you afford to provoke a young man who can silently control the mind of a Magister-level spellcaster?

"Don't worry, Master Russell, Daddy Seaweed and Old Squint will prick my little paper figure when they go back, and then punish me with three glasses of wine. That's the federation, that's democracy, isn't it? Lu Xi shrugged and said with a smile, not hiding his disdain and ridicule for a certain democratic federation at all.

As a result, Master Russell, the new head of the world's largest democracy, glared at Lu Xi viciously, as if he was staring at his class enemy. Then, after a few seconds, he finally couldn't hold back anymore, and could only shake his head and smile: "You, now you are more and more like Teacher Orucello." In fact, I really believe that the current system of the federation is the inevitable trend of social development in the future, and even if there are current problems, it is our fault, not the fault of the system. But Mr. Orucello has always scoffed at my statement, maybe I'm too naïve. ”

"Probably because both my teacher and I deeply believe that it is the productive forces, not the social system, that determine the appearance of society. In addition, the so-called republican form of government we have now is neither for cooking nor persimmon oil, but it is the result of compromise. There are several founding fathers of the Federation, none of whom have overwhelming authority and influence, and the wizard community is a group of unruly mystics and absolute neutrals, making it difficult to establish a kingdom. As a result, there was a federation that was very loose under a republic, and the local autonomy was enormous. The existence of the parliament was originally an institution used by the Ofa gate lords to tear apart the infighting, but it would be a bit eye-catching to really tear the face and perform a full martial arts, so the councillors born from ordinary people were introduced as a buffer and as a mascot. At first there were wealthy businessmen, then scholars and artists, and then some cultural celebrities...... Did you see that? The existence of the federation was originally such a deformed product, and under the conditions of the productive forces we have now, the republican form of government really cannot be regarded as advanced. ”

It was probably the first time that Lu Xi had expounded his views on the federal system at such length, and Master Russell seemed a little surprised, obviously a little indigestion, and after a while, he said helplessly: "This kind of view, this is the end of my place, and I must not tell outsiders." ”

"Originally, it was just idle talk, and I couldn't do such a stupid thing as talking deeply." Lu Xi nodded. To put it bluntly, those who have his current view are either pre-revolutionaries or pre-dictators, and of course it is not good to talk nonsense everywhere. But who will come back, and which one will I be? Why don't I know it myself?

Lu Xi felt that if he thought about it any longer, he would probably be fine, and at this time, he heard Master Russell say again: "Senator Perrien's question, I have instructed the Inspector General of State, Master Gimlet Greenkels, to investigate it thoroughly......"

"So, you're really aggrieved as the Führer. Shouldn't the dignified chairman of the ruling committee have the right to form a cabinet? As a result, the treasurer who controls the purse bag is still the same old squint, and the inspector general, who oversees the country's senior officials and parliamentarians, is still the old fritter of the Greenkels family; Although Uncle Norweed is no longer the Minister of the Interior, he has become the Speaker of the Parliament, and his influence on the Diet is even greater than before, and more than 70% of the seats in the Diet are still factional. ”

Master Russell was slightly stunned, and then showed the kind of smile that was deliberately squeezed out to hide his embarrassment: "I do have the power to form a cabinet, but the Senate has the right to veto personnel!" In any case, the Chief Justice, the Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism, the Minister of Agriculture and Forestry, and the Director General of the Agency for Cultural Affairs are all excellent scholars and practical officials that I have personally selected, and the most important Minister of War is also a trustworthy elder. It's much better than the previous government. ”

"Yes, the Minister of War is an old man who has been retired for ten years, but the Chief of the Military Command is the Headmaster Mr. Mencius who almost shaved his hair, and the Deputy Chief of the First Military Order is squinting at his uncle. Also, Mrs. Melalie Mencius is also the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs, right? In this way, the Mencius family is more popular than the nori head and their family. By the way, you can't be deliberately stirring up trouble for the gate valve faction, right? ”

"How is that possible? This method is inevitably too shoddy. Master Russell shook his head, and said solemnly in a selfless tone: "Mrs. Melalie Mencius has been a senator for thirty years, and she is a highly respected person, and she has visited many countries as a civil representative, and has made many friends, so she is an excellent candidate for the post of Minister of Foreign Affairs. She is indeed a noble-born lord, but she is not the kind of arrogant, lascivious, corrupt and despicable lawless magnates. At least in business, her ability and style are worth looking forward to. In the same way, Marshal Kyle Mencius is such a figure. ”

"Well, a public heart, right things and not people, just standing right instead of standing in line, is indeed the bearing that a national leader should have." Lu Xi shrugged his shoulders: "However, the Minister of the Interior, who is in charge of the administration and security management of the whole country and is equivalent to the deputy head of state, has not yet decided on a candidate." If you want to have a comfortable life in the future, you can't let this position fall into the hands of the gate valve faction. I've heard, Daddy Seawe, oh no, our Speaker is in line with the members of the House to propose someone to elect him. If the chairman of the committee fails to exercise his or her power to appoint and dismiss personnel, the parliament does have the right to act as his representative. ”

"Don't worry, I know it." Master Rassell laughed.

Judging by what happened in the council just now, I really can't be reassured.

“…… In addition, hehe, I was completely led by your kid. Although Senator Perrien was investigated and punished, in fact, his previous attack was not unreasonable. At least in this country, it makes sense. ”

"Black Moon?" Lu Xi sneered.

"Yes, the last time the black moon rose, you knew what had just happened. The country's military strength is at its weakest, and more than ninety percent of the alliance's magicians' ability to cast spells has been greatly affected. As a result, the rebels led by the 'Cave Knights' Reed and the 'King of the Iron Alley' Mandalay revolted in the East Coast Province, which soon expanded into a large-scale rebellion that swept across the country. The magician, wielding supernatural powers, lost his ability to cast spells, and was dragged out of the tall magic towers and castles like lambs to the slaughter in front of the rebels, hanged, burned, and stoned to death. It was only then that we suddenly realized that once they lost the ability to cast spells, most magicians were physically weaker than a farmer who worked all year round. And those of us who claim to be noble and wise transcendent people don't even notice the firewood under our beds. Hehehe...... I'm supposed to be proud to be a member of the magicians, but sometimes I'm ashamed to be in their company. ”

"If they're really smart enough, they'll at least learn to pay attention to what they eat." Lu Xi shrugged: "But in fact, they didn't." This is worse than the big capitalists in my hometown. ”

The Black Moon rose to the skies for more than a month. And this event, which is now known as the "Black Rebellion" in the history of the Federation and known as the "January Revolution" in later history books, finally entered a turning point a month later, when the silver moon wheel once again regained its holy color. Panicked like lost dogs, the Arcane Gatelords found that they had finally regained their ability to cast spells, and they began to fight back in anger.

Unable to resist the magical power that tore the heavens and the earth apart, the rebel army suffered a complete defeat. The leaders of the rebels, Reed and Mandalay, were killed in battle, more than 200,000 rebel fighters were killed, and wooden poles nailed to their remains stuck on the edge of almost every empty island. More than 2 million of the families and friends of these rebel soldiers were deprived of their citizenship and reduced to precarious slavery.

As a result, the ruling class of the Federation, the Arcane Gate Lords, finally completely let go of themselves on the path of evolution of the evil rulers, and the Federation became what it is today.

"However, some people believe that the rise of the black moon is actually a warning to us from the goddess of the sky, Nadia. The arrogance, arrogance, and unpiety of the Learned Alliance towards the Goddess eventually provoked the wrath of the Goddess......"

"Heh, do anyone really believe this kind of nonsense? Sister Nadia and I know each other very well. Not religious? How could she be as knowledgeable as you for such reasons! ”

"Don't joke with goddesses. Although we magicians are not destined to become devout believers, at least respect and admiration are still necessary, this is the bottom line of human beings! Master Russell taught.

But I'm not kidding!

Rassell continued: "There were quite a few people who agreed with this statement at the time. As a result, after the Merlot Rebellion, Master Dunst, who had only been the chairman of the ruling committee for a year, was criticized by everyone. As the representative of the alliance and the head of state, he could only take responsibility, resign, and personally go to the Sky Temple of the Great Holy Church to pray for his guilt. ”

"Mmmm, the celestial induction is really easy to use! When I read this history, it was like complaining. So when the aristocratic councillors mentioned this, I understood what they were trying to do. Otherwise, why would I make such a big news in the Azure Palace? Lu Xi smiled: "As you said before, when necessary, I may have to rush back to protect you." ”

"Yes, you did. You've never let Mr. Orucello down once. Rassell nodded with satisfaction, and then helped his forehead with a headache: "Of course, I hope you can discuss it with me a little when you are ready to play such a big game." You didn't get caught this time, but I believe it...... Well, Turner Wielambarth and Daren Dandy Lane should have figured out that you're not going to be able to woo you, and they're probably going to find a way to get you out of the capital. ”

"Then give it a try. I've just taken office, and even if they are picky eggs, they will have to stay up for a year and a half before they can get to the point. And there's a lot you can do in the meantime. At least a suitable Secretary of State for the Interior could be chosen. ”

Russell bowed slightly, but did not speak. He pondered for a moment, thought of something, and then took out a pink envelope from his desk and handed it to Lu Xi.

"What the hell is the color of this girl's heart...... Uh, master, you are so charismatic, it is understandable that you received a love letter at this age. But what will you do to me? Even if you are worried that the Ministry of Supervision will suspect your life style, you should invite the old man of the Greenkels family to come over and talk, right? ”

"I would like to, but the charm value is really several orders of magnitude worse than that of Mr. Orucello, and when I was young, I didn't have much female popularity." His Excellency the Chairman of the Committee was full of regret and sorrow, probably weeping for the youth that had never passed away, he wiped away his non-existent tears, and said, "This is the invitation that Alain asked me to pass on to you!" He has been busy preparing for the wedding during this time, so I gave him three days off, so I can't come over and hand it over to you personally. ”

"Brother Alain? Invitation? Tie the knot? With whom? ”

“……”

"Hey, hey, just kidding. Thinking about how fast time flies, in the blink of an eye, the brother Alan who feels that his every move is filled with the sour smell of a winner in life, is now going to completely fall into the cage of marriage! If you don't laugh at him, you won't be a friend. ”