"It's the funniest thing I've ever heard, and it's the most idiotic argument. It is despicable that Mr. Carl Vincent has disregarded the interests of the entire Massachusetts population for his own selfish interests. ”

Ma Wenxiu spoke fluent English, and spoke calmly in the face of the attention of the imperial mission and representatives of all parties.

He paused at this point, turned to Carl Vincent's gentlemanly bow, and said;

"I beg your pardon, I have no personal implications, and I can apologize if it caused a misunderstanding.

There is never love without a reason in this world, and there is no hate without a reason.

The choice related to the future fate is in front of us, one is to build the country independently, and the second is to become a part of the Tang Empire.

Let's just talk about the former

At best, we will be able to secure the same favorable terms as our neighbors, and Boston will have no advantage at all in the future regional competition, and the long-term prospects for economic development are not promising.

I would like to ask all of you, who of you are confident of beating New York Harbor?

The New Yorkers took 60 percent of the East Coast's trade in goods, which meant winning the business interests, jobs, and wealth that should have been ours, and that advantage would grow on an equal footing.

If Boston wants to emerge from adversity, it must establish a closer relationship with the Tang Empire, and becoming a vassal kingdom is the best choice.

Because the Tang Empire is the largest cargo owner on the entire East Coast, accounting for more than 9% of all total import and export trade, whether it can get his favor and support is related to the future of Boston Harbor and the future of the Massachusetts area.

If you don't become your own, why should people help you?

Carl Vincent's so-called reason for finding himself a master is even more ridiculous.

Canada also has a master, that is, the British Empire, which spans 7 seas, do Canadians live without dignity?

As a citizen of the Tang Empire, wouldn't he live with more dignity than a citizen of the Republic of New York or some other small and weak country?

The citizens of the German Reich also had their own masters, and they lived without dignity?

Do the French have dignity when they overthrow their masters, are beaten like dogs by the Germans in Europe, are ostracized and disliked in all kinds in the kingdoms of Europe, like a flowing plague?

You people go to Europe, who has heard of the Maine Democratic Republic or the Connecticut Republic?

Who knows what the hell it is?

Who will take you seriously?

What is the history of this republic to show off?

Can a slogan represent bread?

And also...... I would like to ask your Excellency the Mission, if we promote the annexation of Massachusetts to the Tang Empire, can we be rewarded by His Majesty the Emperor?

I mean, like aristocrats or something......"

Ma Wenxiu is like an excellent speaker, and his eloquence conquered the vast majority of people, especially the suspense left by the last sentence, which made the eyes of most of the delegates present light up.

God pity you

Don't look at the United States everywhere to promote the idea of democracy, fairness, and freedom, in essence, the yearning and pursuit of European aristocracy in the bones are too deep, but the European kingdoms disdain this rude cowboy country.

Throughout the 19th century

The biggest pursuit of every American tycoon is to marry his daughter to a down-and-out British nobleman or a German nobleman, and if it is really not possible, the aristocracy of the Austrian Empire will also settle, even if it is a large dowry.

After the rise of the Tang Empire, there were many wealthy white merchant families who married into the nobility of the empire, and they wanted to get involved in the noble blood of the nobility, which has become a constant obsession.

If it is not involved in the European and American aristocratic circles, the American upper class will be despised, considered to be from a humble background, and no matter how whitewashed, they will be a lowly nouveau riche.

The strict hierarchical concept of the 19th century was so deeply rooted in the hearts of the people that no one could erase it.

Therefore, Mr. Ma Wenxiu's last sentence was extremely lethal, attracting everyone's eyes to stare brightly at Viscount Lin Feng.

Viscount Lin Feng nodded in approval and said;

"The Empire has always been kind to meritorious officials, and in the process of the annexation of the countries of Central and South America to the Empire, many of them were indeed rewarded by His Majesty the Holy Emperor and conferred the title of hereditary nobles.

There is a precedent for this, but when it comes to the affairs of the royal family, we as ministers should not be measured and regarded as disrespectful.

But I can reveal that

If this proposal passes, it is possible that His Royal Highness Don Leedian, Duke of Alaska, who is known for his generosity, will become the king of Massachusetts.

There is no doubt that the relevant meritorious servants can be rewarded by His Majesty the King, and the delegates present can receive at least one title of nobleman for life. ”

His words caused an even greater sensation, and the delegates began to ask questions in spite of the discipline of the venue;

"May I ask the envoy, I will do my best to mobilize the people around me to support the plan of annexing to the empire, is it possible to get the title of hereditary noble, just have a baron."

"Don't make jokes, what do you look like a nobleman?"

"Your Excellency, I have always admired the nobility of the Empire, and I have tried my best to promote annexation to the Empire, and I am in favor of the fifth option."

"And me, the envoy......"

Seeing that the venue was chaotic again, Viscount Lin Feng had to swing the magic hammer in his hand and knocked it a few times again, saying;

"Please pay attention to the discipline of the meeting, please pay attention to the gentlemanly manners of the people, and the Empire will examine those who have contributed in detail and judge them fairly.

The greater the contribution, the greater the reward.

I can't speak for the vassal king, but please trust the wisdom and justice of the empire, to borrow a phrase from what Mr. Ma Wenxiu just said; ，

There is no love in this world for no reason, and no one will accommodate you and indulge you for no reason. If anything, it must be because of a more intimate and inseparable relationship.

Now, does Mr. Carl Vincent have any more opinions? Still have any questions? ”

"I ...... I don't have it anymore. Mr. Carl Vincent's face flushed, and he hesitated before saying;

"Your Excellency Envoy, I strongly object because I have some doubts in my heart that have not been explained.

In fact, I yearn for the Tang Empire very much in my heart, and I also very much hope to be a part of the Tang Empire, and I deeply cheer for the glory of the Tang Empire......"

"Huh......"

The venue suddenly resounded with a congratulatory voice, and everyone turned their disdainful eyes on Carl Vincent, as if they had reacquainted themselves with a person.

His shamelessness, his fickleness, and his shameless face after hearing that he could be awarded a noble title opened people's eyes and made their hearts more eager.

If people don't do it for themselves, the heavens and the earth will be destroyed!

Carl Vincent, who completely sacrificed his personal image at this moment, twisted his neck and said unconvinced; "It's only when I love the empire so deeply and deeply that I ask more pointed questions. Now that all the doubts have been explained, I fully support the annexation to the Tang Empire, and the first to take the lead in expressing a warm welcome......"

"Huh......"

A louder cheer rang out, and at last many delegates scrambled to shout;

"Your Excellency, I definitely support option 5, I'm Joe Dhorn from Boloria."

"I also support, I'm Enzo Maldini, the representative of the Federation of Three-Wheeled Workers of the Western District, I'm Italian."

"Fuck off, Italian, I am a Song voter from the Celestial Empire, agreeing to the restoration of the empire on behalf of the Federation of Factory Owners."

"And my ......"

"Click......" Viscount Lin Feng had to hit the magic hammer a few times harder, and waited until the sound calmed down for a while before he said;

"Gentlemen, please pay attention to the order of the room, and now the free debate session is over, and the next procedure begins, the voting time of the delegates.

Our recorder will record the voting intentions of each delegate, and gather them, and more than 70% of the delegates agree to indicate that the plan is passed.

Start ...... now"

When Viscount Lin Feng presided over the next procedure, Lord Pan Shouguo, the Minister of State for North American Affairs, noticed Carl Vincent's expression, and the white man's face showed unconcealed joy, like a child who had been away from home for decades and returned to his mother's arms.

Such a look touched Lord Pan Shouguo's heart, and he was sure; This is what Carl Vincent really wants from the heart.

There are many, many ordinary people in the United States who do not approve of any democracy, and still deeply cherish the rule of European kingdoms, believing that having a king is the true honor.

There are many people with this traditional view, and Carl Vincent may be one of them.

It's just that in a democratic country like the United States, ordinary people have no right to decide what system to choose, so they can only go with the flow.

Massachusetts is a region with a large number of Chinese Americans, accounting for 38.3% of the total population, basically monopolizing the local port transportation, industry and commerce, and agriculture, and is a highly influential mainstream ethnic group.

However, the annexation to the Tang Empire can be recognized by all echoes, and it is indispensable for the subtle influence of the empire over the years, the temptation of personal interests, the nails that have been planted for decades, and the generous promises of the imperial missions......

All these factors come together, plus a red face and a white face to guide the emotional direction of the delegates, and finally this result can be achieved.

Soon the results of the vote came out, and 94% of the voter representatives supported the plan of annexing to the Tang Empire, and the final decision was formed.

After the vote of the popular representatives in the parliament building, the military of the Tang Empire acted quickly, and in the remaining two weeks, it quickly increased the garrison from more than 5,000 to 17,000 people, and launched a comprehensive purge operation.

Large cavalry units of the empire roared to and from the city and countryside, suppressing thugs and sporadic horse bandits in the neighborhoods, and contributing to the rapid improvement of law and order in the area, and the full restoration of peace and reconstruction.

Late July

When His Royal Highness Don Leedian, Duke of Alaska, arrived in Massachusetts by special train, he was warmly welcomed by the local residents, with colorful flags fluttering and crowds.

After ascending the throne and becoming the king of Massachusetts, His Majesty did not hesitate to reward meritorious ministers, and made two earls, five viscounts and 17 barons in one go, which are extremely noble hereditary titles.

In addition, 31 barons and many knights were conferred, who were given titles of nobility for life, but knights were not recognized as nobles in Europe.

It should be clarified

The nobles conferred by His Majesty belong to the Kingdom of Massachusetts, which is inferior to the nobles of the Empire, and the degree of dignity cannot be compared.

The most amazing thing is that Carl Vincent also got a viscount, and the glorious appearance was at the scene of the grand king's enthronement, and many people only touched the taste at this time;

Omai Gadi, deceived by this old boy with thick eyebrows and big eyes, it turned out that he was ......

God, that's deceiving.

(End of chapter)