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Statement from the Foreign Legate Office of The Democratic States of Vista Buena:

The National Transformation Council of Vista Buena (the transitional government of Vista Buena) invites all nations, far and near, to attend its independence celebration, due to be held in two weeks at the national capital, Victorsville. At this time, the nation's constitution will be signed, and we will also set out our vision for the future, and negotiate bilateral agreements with other nations around the world.

Vista Buena has just recently gained independence, and as we continue our transition to self-governance and self reliance, we invite all other nations to join us and aid us on this path. We cannot wait to see you at the independence celebrations.

To the Esteemed Leaders of Vista Buena,

Hopefully His Holiness, Edwardo Listless will be able to attend this event. It all depends on how the incident on Springfield Island goes. If he is still running around in the jungle shooting at the enemy, that I will attend in his place. We look forward to the event. Thank you, and have a nice day.

Signed,
Jim Lange,
Acting Leader
The Theocracy of the Beatus

To the Esteemed Leaders of Vista Buena,

Hopefully His Holiness, Edwardo Listless will be able to attend this event. It all depends on how the incident on Springfield Island goes. If he is still running around in the jungle shooting at the enemy, that I will attend in his place. We look forward to the event. Thank you, and have a nice day.

Signed,
Jim Lange,
Acting Leader
The Theocracy of the Beatus

From the Foreign Legate Office

The National Transformation Council is pleased to hear that His Holiness, or a delegate of His Holiness, will attend the event. We hope that this is the start of a fruitful and friendly relationship between the two nations. The National Transformation Council is, however, troubled to hear about the instabilities of your state, and wishes to learn if there is any way our nation can be of assistance. Our size and recent independence activities will mean that our help is small, but we would like to help.

From the Foreign Legate Office

The National Transformation Council is pleased to hear that His Holiness, or a delegate of His Holiness, will attend the event. We hope that this is the start of a fruitful and friendly relationship between the two nations. The National Transformation Council is, however, troubled to hear about the instabilities of your state, and wishes to learn if there is any way our nation can be of assistance. Our size and recent independence activities will mean that our help is small, but we would like to help.

To the Esteemed Leaders of Vista Buena,

No we are fine, it is just a small conflict in a far off colony. His Holiness, just likes to go running off at the first sight of adventure. He's always had an adventurous spirit. It's on of the reasons he became the leader of the revolution. So we humor him now for if we didn't have him we would still be under the rule of that other idiot. But I'm begining to ramble. Everything is well in hand.

Signed,
Jim Lange,
Acting Leader
The Theocracy of the Beatus

To the Leaders of the New Autonomous Land of The Democratic States of Vista Buena,

The Imperial Grand Duchy of Schnitzelfest is always proud to hear news of independence from fellow NS Nations. We would be proud to send a small delegation on behalf of Schnitzelfest to the Independence Celebrations to partake in the events on offer and to start a diplomatic relationship between Vista Buena and Schnitzelfest. Hopefully this will be the begining of a memorable relationship between our two nations.

From The Department of Diplomacy & Trade, The Imperial Grand Duchy of Schnitzelfest

To the Leaders of the New Autonomous Land of The Democratic States of Vista Buena,

The Imperial Grand Duchy of Schnitzelfest is always proud to hear news of independence from fellow NS Nations. We would be proud to send a small delegation on behalf of Schnitzelfest to the Independence Celebrations to partake in the events on offer and to start a diplomatic relationship between Vista Buena and Schnitzelfest. Hopefully this will be the begining of a memorable relationship between our two nations.

From The Department of Diplomacy & Trade, The Imperial Grand Duchy of Schnitzelfest

To the Government of His Grace The Duke of Schnitzelfest,

The National Transformation Council of Vista Buena have arranged for entry visas for your nation's delegations, and we have also instructed our Foreign Legate Office to initiate diplomatic exchange negotiations with their departmental counterparts in your region. We also hope that this relation will be a memorable and fruitful one.

From The Foreign Legate Office of the Democratic States of Vista Buena

The independence celebrations will be held in 5 days. Anyone who is interested in attending please contact us for credentials. Thank you!

***OFFICIAL COMMUNIQUE***

TO: The National Transformation Council of Vista Buena
FROM: Robert Donovan, Foreign Minister, Commonwealth of Tolvan

RE: Relations

The Commonwealth is prepared to deispatch a small delegation to your celebration in order to discuss military and economic aid for your nation.

***OFFICIAL COMMUNIQUE***

TO: The National Transformation Council of Vista Buena
FROM: Robert Donovan, Foreign Minister, Commonwealth of Tolvan

RE: Relations

The Commonwealth is prepared to deispatch a small delegation to your celebration in order to discuss military and economic aid for your nation.

Minister Donovan

The Foreign Legate Office has prepared the credentials for your nation's delegations, and our government cannot wait to greet your nation and increase relations between us.

The Foreign Legate Office of the Democratic States of Vista Buena

The Free Land of Bhreatain Mhor has told our government that His Grace, James Sinclair, the 11th Duke of Rosewood, along with his daughter, Her Grace Fiona Sinclair, will be attending the celebrations.

The Foreign Legate Office of the Democratic States of Vista Buena

The Free Land of Bhreatain Mhor has told our government that His Grace, James Sinclair, the 11th Duke of Rosewood, along with her daughter, Her Grace Fiona Sinclair, will be attending the celebrations.

OOC: You mean "his daughter", right?

OOC: You mean "his daughter", right?

OOC: typo. Sorry.

The Foreign Legate Office of the Democratic States of Vista Buena

The National Transformation Council of the Democratic States of Vista Buena is pleased to announce the Independence celebrations, which will begin in 4 day's time.

The following nations are slated to attend the celebrations
Bhreatain Mhor
Tolvan
The Beatus
Schnitzelfest

The agenda are as follows

1st Day
Foreign Delegation Welcome Ceremony. Informal ceremony will be held at the Justin V. Kerkorrel International Airport at the nation's capital, Victorsville. Formal ceremony will be held at the State Parliament complex at the Central Business District (CBD), which will be attended by members of the National Transformation Council, as well as members of the Transitional Parliament.

After the ceremony, the delegations will be escorted to the National Grand Hotel, where they can rest until the Independence celebrations at night, or they can choose to visit one of the 15 voting centers across the country, as polls for our nation's first State President and State Parliament are held on this day.

Independence celebrations. The celebrations will be held at the Harbourfront Parade district from 8PM, where local performers will participate in a parade around the Harboufront Parade and CBD and perform to our citizens. A selected group of Vista Buenan singers, actors, and performers will perform for the delegations and our citizens at the Harbourfront Parade grounds.

At 11PM, the results of the national elections will be released, and the winners will be announced before midnight. At midnight, fireworks and a flag raising ceremony will signal our nation's independence. Afterwards, the National Transformation Council will officially resign, and the winner of the State President Election will be sworn in by the Chief Arbiter of the High Court. The State President will then give a speech as to the future of our nation.

Day 2
The delegations may choose to attend the swear-in ceremony for the State Parliament. Afterwards, a lunch will be held in the delegate's honor at Kingston House (The State President's Retreat). The Kingston House is located on the outskirts at our nation's second largest city, Millbank. Negotiations on diplomatic, military, and economic ties will take place here. The nation's Air Force will provide transportation for our delegates.

At night, the delegations will attend he first football (soccer) match at the Freedom Stadium in Victorsville. The match is between Victorsville F.C. and Millbank Hotspur.

Day 3
The delegations may choose to visit local industries or the national television station, or they may visit any place they like. A National Banquet will be held in the delegate's honor at night in the National Palace in Victorsville.

The following nations are slated to attend the celebrations
Bhreatain Mhor
Tolvan
The Beatus


OOC: Am I not Welcome!!! :eek::confused::eek::confused:

Nah i know it was probably just a typo :p

well ... it better be *shakes fist* lol :)

OOC: Am I not Welcome!!! :eek::confused::eek::confused:

Nah i know it was probably just a typo :p

well ... it better be *shakes fist* lol :)

OOC: Just a typo. You are in!

Vista Buena Television
*clock appears on television screen after a night of rolling news headlines*

Good Morning, it's 6AM and you're watching Vista Buena Television. We will now head over to the Sunrise Team for this morning's top news headlines.

*Sunrise News opening sequence is shown*

Good Morning, this is Sunrise on this very special day for our nation. I'm Morgan Vernard, along with Joyce Pienaar and Johannes Viljoen for Sports. Joyce has your headlines for today. Joyce?

*Joyce speaks*
At midnight tonight, Vista Buena will officially declare its independence and form its new government. This comes one year after the Villa Accord was signed and ratified by voters in a national referendum. Celebrations will take place tonight at the Harbourfront Parade, with other ceremonies also taking place at Millbank's Central Business District and other cities.

The people of our nation have come out in full force to vote for the first post-independence government. Long lines were reported at all voting stations across the country. Voters will choose the first State President, along with their representatives for the State Parliament. So far, according to opinion polls released a few days ago, the President of the National Transformation Council, Dr. Peter Fischer, in leading, but within the margin of error. In the Parliament poll, the Democracy Alliance is leading, but the Radical Party is clse behind. The winner of the State Presidency will be sworn in tonight, with the State Parliament being sworn in tomorrow.

The members of the NTC will be hosting delegates from across the world in the next few days. Delegates from Bhreatain Mhor, Tolvan, The Beatus, and Schnitzelfest have announced their intent to attend our independence ceremonies. Negotiations to increase bilateral ties will also take place during the next couple of days.

And that is the headlines for today, now let's head back to the studio with Morgan and Johannes.

*At the Justin V. Kerkorrel International Airport*
*Dr. Peter Fischer, along with Vice Presidents of the National Transformation Council Juliana Strijdom and Dustin Shales, waits patiently for the first planes of the foreign delegations to arrive.*

"Peter, shouldn't you be rallying for votes right now? Your lead is quite fickle, from what I've heard" Juliana said.

"I'd rather greet the foreign delegates here. If no one comes or cares about us, what good is independence for anyway? Besides, you know we need all the help we can get in many areas. The economy is good, but we still need a lot of help with the army and other areas. We just can't do it alone". Peter said.

"That's our job," Dustin said, "Besides, if you don't win the poll, you won't have to care about this..."

"I'm staying" Peter said.

"Vista Buena sounds like a nice nation."

Fiona Sinclair looked out the window as she read a newspaper that she found earlier in the flight. The thoughts about Kelnoriem were replaced with the thoughts about Vista Buena. Her father, James Sinclair (11th Duke of Rosewood) had told her that perhaps there would be a suitor in Vista Buena but she did not talk much about that but did keep it in her mind. As the plane came into Vista Buena's airspace, James had been relaxing in his seat.

"Fiona, we are here." The plane slowly landed and in a couple of minutes James, dressed in an expensive tuxedo, stepped out of the plane and got his first look of Vista Buena. After him came Fiona, who was dressed in an expensive and exquisite dress that did much to reveal her slender figure.

It would be only a couple of minutes before they were greeted by Vista Buena's representatives but for now they just looked around while waiting for the greetings.

*State Minister for Defence Sanford Moore walks up to the Dr. Fischer*

"Peter, the Bhreatain Mhor delegations have landed. They are in Terminal 3." Sanford said.

"OK, let's move quickly. Don't keep them waiting." Peter said.

Peter, Juliana, and Dustin raced over to Terminal 3, which is 10 yards away from their location. Over there, they greeted he Bhreatain Mhor delegation.

"Your Grace," Peter said as he bowed "Welcome to the Democratic States of Vista Buena. I am Dr. Peter Fischer. We hope your trip to our nation was a pleasant one."

Jim Lange sat in his seat in the old DC-3 aircraft as it touched down at Justin V. Kerkorrel International Airport. He was dressed in military fatigues as he had had no time to change before leaving. When the plane stopped he opened up the back door and jumped out.

Jim Lange sat in his seat in the old DC-3 aircraft as it touched down at Justin V. Kerkorrel International Airport. He was dressed in military fatigues as he had had no time to change before leaving. When the plane stopped he opened up the back door and jumped out.

*State Minister for Defence Sanford Moore walks up to the Dr. Fischer*
We have report of a Beatus delegate jumping off the plane.

"What?!" Peter said, "Who is the delegate and is he hurt?"

"He's Jim Lange, and he doesn't appear to be hurt," Sanford said. "However, it is running around the tarmac."

"Sanford, send someone over to bring Mr. Lange to Terminal 3. We can't have this happen. We want him to be safe" Peter said.

"Yes sir" Sanford said, as he talks into the walkie-talkie, ordering his units to find Mr. Lange.

*State Minister for Defence Sanford Moore walks up to the Dr. Fischer*
We have report of a Beatus delegate jumping off the plane.

"What?!" Peter said, "Who is the delegate and is he hurt?"

"He's Jim Lange, and he doesn't appear to be hurt," Sanford said. "However, it is running around the tarmac."

"Sanford, send someone over to bring Mr. Lange to Terminal 3. We can't have this happen. We want him to be safe" Peter said.

"Yes sir" Sanford said, as he talks into the walkie-talkie, ordering his units to find Mr. Lange.

As Jim was walking across the tarmac he noticed men running toward him. "You guy's are finally here, hey you know where we can park the plane?" he asked the men running toward him.

*Men walks up to Mr. Lange*

"Mr. Lange, we have a spot for your plane. They can park there. We need to get you to the Terminal. It is not safe here. Too many planes landing and taking off. You will get hurt!"

*Men radios into State Secretary of Defence Sanford Moore*
"Base, Base, we have made contact with the Beatus delegation. We are escorting him to Terminal 3. Request instruction for parking spot for the Beatus plane."

*State Minister for Defence Sanford Moore walks up to the Dr. Fischer*
"Peter, they got Mr. Lange. He is fine."

"Get him over here. We will do our ceremonies here" Peter said, as he shakes hand.

*Men walks up to Mr. Lange*

"Mr. Lange, we have a spot for your plane. They can park there. We need to get you to the Terminal. It is not safe here. Too many planes landing and taking off. You will get hurt!"

*Men radios into State Secretary of Defense Sanford Moore*
"Base, Base, we have made contact with the Beatus delegation. We are escorting him to Terminal 3. Request instruction for parking spot for the Beatus plane."

*State Minister for Defense Sanford Moore walks up to the Dr. Fischer*
"Peter, they got Mr. Lange. He is fine."

"Get him over here. We will do our ceremonies here" Peter said, as he shakes hand.

"Nice place you got here," said Jim to the men escorting him. "We're working on a new airport you know. So hare far is the terminal?"

*State Minister for Defence Sanford Moore walks up to the Dr. Fischer*

"Peter, the Bhreatain Mhor delegations have landed. They are in Terminal 3." Sanford said.

"OK, let's move quickly. Don't keep them waiting." Peter said.

Peter, Juliana, and Dustin raced over to Terminal 3, which is 10 yards away from their location. Over there, they greeted he Bhreatain Mhor delegation.

"Your Grace," Peter said as he bowed "Welcome to the Democratic States of Vista Buena. I am Dr. Peter Fischer. We hope your trip to our nation was a pleasant one."

"It is nice to meet you, Dr. Fischer. I am James Sinclair, the 11th Duke of Rosewood and this lady is my daughter, Fiona." James said before his daughter walked forward.

"Our trip was a pleasant one." James said calmly while Fiona looked at the other people for a moment. "Is there a limosuine that will take us to the National Grand Hotel?" Fiona asked while she fixed her dress. She had read the itinerary and remembered that the National Grand Hotel is where they would stay until the celebrations started during the night.

"Perhaps we can visit a voting center after we have seen the hotel?" James asked.

A message had been sent ahead of the Lamonian Foreign Minister and Vice President.

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To: The Foreign Legate Office of the Democratic States of Vista Buena

From: The Foreign Ministry of the Free Republic of Lamoni

Message as follows:

Greetings,

It is always an inspiring thing to see a new democratic nation declaring it's independence. As such, the Free Republic formally announces that we would like to send our Vice President, and Foreign Minister to witness your Independence celebrations, and to set up diplomatic relations with your new nation.

---

Sometime after the delegate from The Beatus landed, the Lamonian diplomatic plane landed as well. Instead of jumping out of the plane, the Lamonians decided to wait until the aircraft was at it's assigned resting place. When the jetway was in place, the pair walked into Terminal three, and awaited the formal greetings.

The United Socialist States of New Brittonia wishes to send Deputy Prime Minister Abraham Gannon to represent the nation and Foreign Minister Nabila Katchab to represent the Foreign Ministry.

"Nice place you got here," said Jim to the men escorting him. "We're working on a new airport you know. So hare far is the terminal?"

"The terminal is just around the corner" the men said.

"It is nice to meet you, Dr. Fischer. I am James Sinclair, the 11th Duke of Rosewood and this lady is my daughter, Fiona." James said before his daughter walked forward.

"Our trip was a pleasant one." James said calmly while Fiona looked at the other people for a moment. "Is there a limosuine that will take us to the National Grand Hotel?" Fiona asked while she fixed her dress. She had read the itinerary and remembered that the National Grand Hotel is where they would stay until the celebrations started during the night.

"Perhaps we can visit a voting center after we have seen the hotel?" James asked.

"Sure, Your Grace could visit one of the voting centers" Peter said. "Juliana, which voting center is available?"

"The Cardiffville Voting Center is closeby." Juliana said

"Your Grace, we will arrange the trip for you. The limousine is right outside, and don't forget the formal welcoming at the State Parliament Complex" Peter said, "Sanford, can you arrange for security over at Cardiffville Voting Center?"

A message had been sent ahead of the Lamonian Foreign Minister and Vice President.

---

To: The Foreign Legate Office of the Democratic States of Vista Buena

From: The Foreign Ministry of the Free Republic of Lamoni

Message as follows:

Greetings,

It is always an inspiring thing to see a new democratic nation declaring it's independence. As such, the Free Republic formally announces that we would like to send our Vice President, and Foreign Minister to witness your Independence celebrations, and to set up diplomatic relations with your new nation.

---

Sometime after the delegate from The Beatus landed, the Lamonian diplomatic plane landed as well. Instead of jumping out of the plane, the Lamonians decided to wait until the aircraft was at it's assigned resting place. When the jetway was in place, the pair walked into Terminal three, and awaited the formal greetings.

Peter greeted the Vice President and Foreign Minister

"Welcome, our Lamonian friends!" Peter said "Would the Lamonian delegations like to visit one of the voting centers in Victorsville to witness the election?"

The United Socialist States of New Brittonia wishes to send Deputy Prime Minister Abraham Gannon to represent the nation and Foreign Minister Nabila Katchab to represent the Foreign Ministry.

The Foreign Legate Office has worked overtime on the credentials for your nation, and they have come through!

"Sure, Your Grace could visit one of the voting centers" Peter said. "Juliana, which voting center is available?"

"The Cardiffville Voting Center is closeby." Juliana said

"Your Grace, we will arrange the trip for you. The limousine is right outside, and don't forget the formal welcoming at the State Parliament Complex" Peter said, "Sanford, can you arrange for security over at Cardiffville Voting Center?"

"Visiting the Cardiffville Voting Center would be good but I would like to see the hotel first." James said to Peter as they all walked towards the limosuine together.

"We have not forgotten the formal welcoming." James said when they found the limosuine. "Dr. Fischer, congratulations on the independence of Vista Buena." Fiona said.

"Visiting the Cardiffville Voting Center would be good but I would like to see the hotel first." James said to Peter as they all walked towards the limosuine together.

"We have not forgotten the formal welcoming." James said when they found the limosuine. "Dr. Fischer, congratulations on the independence of Vista Buena." Fiona said.

"Thank you, thank you, Your Grace" Peter said. "Your Grace, my assistant, Kirsten, is at the hotel. They will greet you there. Please feel free to rest up there, and we will let you know when the welcoming ceremony will start. It is nice to have you here today."

"Thank you, thank you, Your Grace" Peter said. "Your Grace, my assistant, Kirsten, is at the hotel. They will greet you there. Please feel free to rest up there, and we will let you know when the welcoming ceremony will start. It is nice to have you here today."

"You are welcome, Dr. Fischer. It is good to be here today." Fiona said as she and James entered the limosuine before it drove towards the hotel. While they waited to arrive at the hotel, James remembered his question about the voting center. "Will we be able to go to the Cardiffville Voting Center?"

*At the National Grand Hotel, Kirsten, Dr. Peter Fischer's assistant, greeted the Bhreatain Mhor delegation*

"Your Grace," Kirsten said as she curtseyed, "I'm Kirsten Ward. We have prepared your rooms. They are ready. If Your Grace would like to rest up before heading over to the Welcoming Ceremony. They will last for one hour. The polls will close at 7PM local time, so you have much time."

"Oh, Your Grace Miss Fiona?" Kirsten said before the Bhreatain Mhor delegation walked into the elevator "Dr. Fischer gave me a special mission today. I have been told about the suitors available in Vista Buena, and they would like to meet you later today".

*At the National Grand Hotel, Kirsten, Dr. Peter Fischer's assistant, greeted the Bhreatain Mhor delegation*

"Your Grace," Kirsten said as she curtseyed, "I'm Kirsten Ward. We have prepared your rooms. They are ready. If Your Grace would like to rest up before heading over to the Welcoming Ceremony. They will last for one hour. The polls will close at 7PM local time, so you have much time."

"Oh, Your Grace Miss Fiona?" Kirsten said before the Bhreatain Mhor delegation walked into the elevator "Dr. Fischer gave me a special mission today. I have been told about the suitors available in Vista Buena, and they would like to meet you later today".

"It is nice to meet you, Miss Ward. I think it would be good to rest up for a while before heading over to the Welcoming Ceremony." James said calmly before they walked into the elevator.

"There are suitors who want to meet me later today? Really? When shall I meet them?" Fiona asked while they stood together in the elevator while she waited to see her room.

"It is nice to meet you, Miss Ward. I think it would be good to rest up for a while before heading over to the Welcoming Ceremony." James said calmly before they walked into the elevator.

"There are suitors who want to meet me later today? Really? When shall I meet them?" Fiona asked while they stood together in the elevator while she waited to see her room.

"I have them in a file," Kirsten said, "Perhaps we can discuss this in a more private setting?"

"I have them in a file," Kirsten said, "Perhaps we can discuss this in a more private setting?"

"We can discuss this in a more private setting." Fiona said, "let me see my room first before we talk about the suitors."

"We can discuss this in a more private setting." Fiona said, "let me see my room first before we talk about the suitors."

*Kirsten walks with the Bhreatain Mhor delegations to their room*

"This is one of our 10 Presidential Suites. We hope you find the accommodations adequate. Your Grace Miss Fiona, your room is right around the corner." Kirsten said.

*Kirsten walks with the Bhreatain Mhor delegations to their room*

"This is one of our 10 Presidential Suites. We hope you find the accommodations adequate. Your Grace Miss Fiona, your room is right around the corner." Kirsten said.

James and Fiona thanked Kirsten for taking them to their rooms. When James walked inside his room, Fiona looked at Kirsten. "Perhaps we can talk about the suitors in my room."

James and Fiona thanked Kirsten for taking them to their rooms. When James walked inside his room, Fiona looked at Kirsten. "Perhaps we can talk about the suitors in my room."

OOC: I forgot our list, but I will try to recreate them here. It may have some difference, but not too much

*Kirsten and Her Grace Fiona walk to their rooms*

"This is your suite, and we do hope it is of great quality to you." Kirsten said, as she gets out the suitors list.

"Your Grace, there are many eligible bachelors within our borders, and when Dr. Fischer got word of... recent events, he asked me to put together this list for you." Kirsten said.

"Here we have the suitors. The first on the list is Brad Fischer. He is Dr. Fischer's son, and he just graduated from the Free University of Vista Buena with a Journalism degree. He is our nightly news anchor. He is 23

Next on the list is Nicolaas Dirk. He is our MP for the Central Highlands East constituency, and he is running for the first State Parliament election today. Opinion polls have him winning by a wide margin. He might become our next Speaker of the House. he is 25.

This is Josh Moore. He is the son of our State Minister for Defence, Sanford Moore. He graduated from the Vista Buena Polytechnics Institute with a degree in Information Technology, and he controls one of top ten internet companies in our nation. All that at age 24.

This is Hendrick Anderson. He is the son of our State Minister for UN Affairs, Christoffel Anderson. He is working as a Foreign Legate Officer at our Foreign Legate Office. He graduated with a degree in International Affairs at the Free University of Vista Buena. He is 26.

This is Sander Gietz. He is our MP for the Millbank-Windward Constituency. He is running for election in our first State Parliament, and is expected to win as well. He graduated from the Vista Buena Military Academy, and he's only recently retired from the military. He is 24.

Last on our list is Gareth Winckler. He is a very popular pop star in our nation, after he won the VBSuperStar reality show last year. He is attending the Free University of Vista Buena, pursuing a degree in Biology. He is 20."

OOC: I forgot our list, but I will try to recreate them here. It may have some difference, but not too much

*Kirsten and Her Grace Fiona walk to their rooms*

"This is your suite, and we do hope it is of great quality to you." Kirsten said, as she gets out the suitors list.

"Your Grace, there are many eligible bachelors within our borders, and when Dr. Fischer got word of... recent events, he asked me to put together this list for you." Kirsten said.

"Here we have the suitors. The first on the list is Brad Fischer. He is Dr. Fischer's son, and he just graduated from the Free University of Vista Buena with a Journalism degree. He is our nightly news anchor. He is 23

Next on the list is Nicolaas Dirk. He is our MP for the Central Highlands East constituency, and he is running for the first State Parliament election today. Opinion polls have him winning by a wide margin. He might become our next Speaker of the House. he is 25.

This is Josh Moore. He is the son of our State Minister for Defence, Sanford Moore. He graduated from the Vista Buena Polytechnics Institute with a degree in Information Technology, and he controls one of top ten internet companies in our nation. All that at age 24.

This is Hendrick Anderson. He is the son of our State Minister for UN Affairs, Christoffel Anderson. He is working as a Foreign Legate Officer at our Foreign Legate Office. He graduated with a degree in International Affairs at the Free University of Vista Buena. He is 26.

This is Sander Gietz. He is our MP for the Millbank-Windward Constituency. He is running for election in our first State Parliament, and is expected to win as well. He graduated from the Vista Buena Military Academy, and he's only recently retired from the military. He is 24.

Last on our list is Gareth Winckler. He is a very popular pop star in our nation, after he won the VBSuperStar reality show last year. He is attending the Free University of Vista Buena, pursuing a degree in Biology. He is 20."

Fiona listened to all the information that Kirsten gave her about the suitors and they seemed to be people who had accomplished much in their lives despite being in their twenties. After Kirsten finished talking about Gareth Winkler, Fiona asked Kirsten a question about the suitors.

"All the suitors seem like good people. Will I be meeting these suitors today, Ms. Ward?" Fiona had no problem meeting the suitors, it would allow her to know these people better and personally. A thought of Kelnoriem came into her head but she replaced that with thoughts of the suitors who were interested in meeting her.

"We can arrange a backstage visit for Gareth Winkler today, before the Independence celebrations. Brad Fischer should be available after the noon news. He is based out of Harbourfront Parade today to cover the Independence celebrations" Kirsten said.

"That is good to hear. I have no problems with meeting Gareth Winkler or Brad Fischer. Shall we get ready for our backstage visit with Mr. Winkler, Ms. Ward?"

Fiona listened to all the information that Kirsten gave her about the suitors and they seemed to be people who had accomplished much in their lives despite being in their twenties. After Kirsten finished talking about Gareth Winkler, Fiona asked Kirsten a question about the suitors.

"All the suitors seem like good people. Will I be meeting these suitors today, Ms. Ward?" Fiona had no problem meeting the suitors, it would allow her to know these people better and personally. A thought of Kelnoriem came into her head but she replaced that with thoughts of the suitors who were interested in meeting her.

"We can arrange a backstage visit for Gareth Winkler today, before the Independence celebrations. Brad Fischer should be available after the noon news. He is based out of Harbourfront Parade today to cover the Independence celebrations" Kirsten said.

The Foreign Legate Office has worked overtime on the credentials for your nation, and they have come through!

OOC: Can I just come so I don't need to rp my people coming

OOC: Can I just come so I don't need to rp my people coming

OOC: We'll pretend you have arrived, and the President has greeted you. We will start with you in the limo

OOC: We'll pretend you have arrived, and the President has greeted you. We will start with you in the limo

"Mr. President," Deputy Prime Minister Gnannon said, "It is an honour to meet you and to be welcomed into your fine nation."

"I have no problem with leaving now." Fiona said after getting herself ready to meet Gareth Winkler.

"That is good to hear. I have no problems with meeting Gareth Winkler or Brad Fischer. Shall we get ready for our backstage visit with Mr. Winkler, Ms. Ward?"

"I will take care of that straight away, Your Grace" Kirsten said, as she made a call to Gareth Winkler's agent.

"Flora? It's Kirsten Ward. I was wondering if we can meet with Gareth today? Her Grace wants to meet Gareth."

Kirsten returns to Her Grace

"Gareth has cleared his schedule. We can leave at any time."

"Mr. President," Deputy Prime Minister Gnannon said, "It is an honour to meet you and to be welcomed into your fine nation."

*Dr. Fischer shakes hand with Deputy Prime Minister Gnannon*

"It is an honour to have you here. The limos are right outside. Mr. Gnannon, I was wondering if you are interested in visiting one of the voting centers after the Welcoming Ceremony today? It is Election Day today at Vista Buena.

*Dr. Fischer shakes hand with Deputy Prime Minister Gnannon*

"It is an honour to have you here. The limos are right outside. Mr. Gnannon, I was wondering if you are interested in visiting one of the voting centers after the Welcoming Ceremony today? It is Election Day today at Vista Buena.

OOC: Sotty, it is gannon, d--n typos

Mr Gannon said,
"Yes, Foreign Minister Katchab and we both wish to visit the polling stations, seperatel, though."

OOC: Sotty, it is gannon, d--n typos

Mr Gannon said,
"Yes, Foreign Minister Katchab and we both wish to visit the polling stations, seperatel, though."

*Dr. Fischer talked to Juliana about the arrangements*

"Deputy Prime Minister Gannon, Foreign Minister Katchab, we have arranged for separate visits to the Divis and Kirk Moss voting centers. You may visit them after the Welcoming Ceremony. Would the Ministers like to rest up in the National Grand Hotel before heading over to State Parliament Complex for the ceremony, or would the Ministers like to head over there right now?" Peter said.

"I have no problem with leaving now." Fiona said after getting herself ready to meet Gareth Winkler.

*Kirsten gets ready*

The limo is ready, Your Grace.

*Kirsten gets ready*

The limo is ready, Your Grace.

Fiona walked to the limosuine with Kirsten and soon they were in their seats while the limosuine drove through the city streets.

Fiona walked to the limosuine with Kirsten and soon they were in their seats while the limosuine drove through the city streets.

After a 20 minute drive, they arrived at the Harbourfront Parade grounds, and entered to a backstage area to wait for Gareth to arrive. The area is quite secluded, so cameras are not able to intrude. After about 3 minutes of waiting, Gareth Winckler enters the area, and lays his eyes on Fiona.

"Your Grace, I'm Gareth Winckler" Gareth said.

*Dr. Fischer talked to Juliana about the arrangements*

"Deputy Prime Minister Gannon, Foreign Minister Katchab, we have arranged for separate visits to the Divis and Kirk Moss voting centers. You may visit them after the Welcoming Ceremony. Would the Ministers like to rest up in the National Grand Hotel before heading over to State Parliament Complex for the ceremony, or would the Ministers like to head over there right now?" Peter said.

The Deputy Prime Minister mumbled something to Nabila, and Nabila said,
"No, we are good right now, thank you very muvh though."

The Deputy Prime Minister mumbled something to Nabila, and Nabila said,
"No, we are good right now, thank you very muvh though."

OK. The hotel rooms are ready at the National Grand Hotel.

After a 20 minute drive, they arrived at the Harbourfront Parade grounds, and entered to a backstage area to wait for Gareth to arrive. The area is quite secluded, so cameras are not able to intrude. After about 3 minutes of waiting, Gareth Winckler enters the area, and lays his eyes on Fiona.

"Your Grace, I'm Gareth Winckler" Gareth said.

"It is nice to meet you, Mr. Winkler." Fiona said. "Ms. Ward has told me about your career as a singer."

"It is nice to meet you, Mr. Winkler." Fiona said. "Ms. Ward has told me about your career as a singer."

"I don't think too much of it," Winkler said "I just got started, and I am glad to be able to do what I am doing. I have heard from many that Your Grace is known for being a kind and caring person the world over."

"I don't think too much of it," Winkler said "I just got started, and I am glad to be able to do what I am doing. I have heard from many that Your Grace is known for being a kind and caring person the world over."

"Thank you for the compliment, Mr. Winkler." Fiona said with a smile. "It is always nice to do what you want to do in your life. Ms. Ward told me that you won in a singing competition. Congratulations."

"Thank you for the compliment, Mr. Winkler." Fiona said with a smile. "It is always nice to do what you want to do in your life. Ms. Ward told me that you won in a singing competition. Congratulations."

"Thank you, Your Grace" Winckler said. "So, what are your hobbies?"

"Thank you, Your Grace" Winckler said. "So, what are your hobbies?"

"One of my hobbies is that I play the violin. I have been a violinist for many years."

"One of my hobbies is that I play the violin. I have been a violinist for many years."

"I remember I had to take a violin class a couple of semesters ago at the Free University. I played it for the first time, and the string broke" Winckler said, chuckling "I got it right the second time around, though. As for me, I like to exercise in the mornings, as I have found it to be quite cleansing. So, Your Grace, how do you find Vista Buena?"

"I remember I had to take a violin class a couple of semesters ago at the Free University. I played it for the first time, and the string broke" Winckler said, chuckling "I got it right the second time around, though. As for me, I like to exercise in the mornings, as I have found it to be quite cleansing. So, Your Grace, how do you find Vista Buena?"

Fiona chuckled a little after hearing about Gareth's attempt at playing the violin. After saying how she had brought the violin she had played for many years with her to Vista Buena, she listened to him speak about exercise and heard his question. "Vista Buena is a nice nation and I hope to see more, Mr. Winkler."

Fiona chuckled a little after hearing about Gareth's attempt at playing the violin. After saying how she had brought the violin she had played for many years with her to Vista Buena, she listened to him speak about exercise and heard his question. "Vista Buena is a nice nation and I hope to see more, Mr. Winkler."

"There is a quiet place at the Clementi Reservoir. I always jog past there. It faces a waterfall and is quite secluded. Would you like to see it?" Winckler said.

"There is a quiet place at the Clementi Reservoir. I always jog past there. It faces a waterfall and is quite secluded. Would you like to see it?" Winckler said.

"It sounds interesting, I would like to see it." Fiona said.

"It sounds interesting, I would like to see it." Fiona said.

*Winckler walks towards his manager, and asks about time*

"We have three hours. We can make it!" Winckler said.

*Winckler and Her Grace stepped into an unmarked vehicle, flanked by a police protection car about 11 feet behind. They arrived at the spot 30 minutes later. The spot is breathtaking, with a waterfall emptying into the reservoir. One can clearly see Victorsville CBD and the shoreline from the vantage point.*

"Here it is, Your Grace" Winckler said.

*Winckler walks towards his manager, and asks about time*

"We have three hours. Let's head out!" Winckler said.

*Winckler and Her Grace stepped into an unmarked vehicle, flanked by a police protection car about 11 feet behind. They arrived at the spot 30 minutes later. The spot is breathtaking, with a waterfall emptying into the reservoir. One can clearly see Victorsville CBD and the shoreline from the vantage point.*

"Here it is, Your Grace" Winckler said.

"This is a beautiful place, Mr. Winckler. Thank you for bringing me here." Fiona said before she began to look around for a while before stopping to look at the waterfall as it was emptying into the reservoir, she also noticed Victorsville CBD and the shoreline in the distance.

"This is a nice place, I like being here."

A Limosine pulled up to the location where the celebrations were being held, out steped Alvin Reckno and Jason Burns.

The Bazalonian Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade, They would be there just to try and get a view on this new nation, in terms of power or influence Vista Buena has practically none, but then again it was always good just to be there, and make a show.

The following conversation takes place onboard AR737-082 on-route to Vista Buena from Schnitzelfest. Onboard are senior government officials; Svenja Chong (Chancellor of Diplomacy & Trade) & Major General Boris Jaußmahn (Chancellor of Defense & Armed Forces)

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"I cant believe how late we are, this cant be a good first impression"
"Well we would be here a lot sooner if the government purchased its own aircraft instead of using charter services from Air Rineu's fleet. Its amazing we could secure this flight when we did, all planes are currently needed to transport all the passengers that were stranded due to the Eisenseele situation"
"Im sure they will forgive us, this is an exciting new time for our nation after all"
"This is your captain speaking, we have just entered Vista Buena airspace and we will be starting our descent"
"I Hope they are all waiting for us still"
"Im not sure what to expect from these ... eh ... Vista Buenese. Se i dont even know what to call them!"
"That doesnt matter, just be polite and try not to offend anyone. Apparently the country is very beautiful and not too disimilar from our own"
"But what if I do offend someone, If you werent in such a rush I could have been briefed on the situation"
"Oh its just a simple meet and greet Boris, settle down. Its one of the few times you can let your hair down and enjoy yourself, not that you have much hair left" *wink*
"Well we cant all look as good as you, just wait until you reach my mature age, you will notice some changes im sure"*Chuckle*

OOC: The plane has now landed - It has taxied to the ramp - The Stairs have attached to the plane - the Limo is in position - as is the red carpet and the welcoming band ready to play the Schnitzelfest national anthem ;)

Ur turn .. :D

Peter greeted the Vice President and Foreign Minister

"Welcome, our Lamonian friends!" Peter said "Would the Lamonian delegations like to visit one of the voting centers in Victorsville to witness the election?"

Vice President Antonio Cruz and Foreign Minister Tanya Ley heartily returned the greetings from their hosts.

"Indeed, we would like to visit one of the voting centers in Victorsville. We would then like to visit our hotel room for some relaxation before the celebrations if you would be so kind," Foreign Minister Ley said.

"The terminal is just around the corner" the men said.

"Good I'm ready to get this thing started," said Jim. "Pretty nice nation you got here."

A Limosine pulled up to the location where the celebrations were being held, out steped Alvin Reckno and Jason Burns.

The Bazalonian Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade, They would be there just to try and get a view on this new nation, in terms of power or influence Vista Buena has practically none, but then again it was always good just to be there, and make a show.

*State Minister of Defence Sanford Moore walks up to Dr. Peter Fischer at the Airport*

"Sir, we have reports of two Bazalonian delegates coming to the celebtations."

"Bazalonian? Did they talk to the Legate Office?" Peter Said

"No, they appear to be party crashers." Sanford said.

"I'll welcome them. Sanford, send your men to greet the Bazalonian delegates, and bring them to the State Parliament Complex for the welcoming ceremony."

"Yes sir" Sanford said, as he gave orders on the walkie-talkie.

OOC: The plane has now landed - It has taxied to the ramp - The Stairs have attached to the plane - the Limo is in position - as is the red carpet and the welcoming band ready to play the Schnitzelfest national anthem ;)

Ur turn .. :D

*Dr. Peter Fischer, President of the National Transformation Council, walks up to the delegates*

"Chancellor Chong, Major General Jaußmahn," Dr. Fischer said, as he bowed "I'm Dr. Peter Fischer. This is Vice Presidents Juliana Strijdom and Dustin Shales. Welcome to Vista Buena"

Vice President Antonio Cruz and Foreign Minister Tanya Ley heartily returned the greetings from their hosts.

"Indeed, we would like to visit one of the voting centers in Victorsville. We would then like to visit our hotel room for some relaxation before the celebrations if you would be so kind," Foreign Minister Ley said.

"Sure, Minister Ley." Peter said.

"Juliana, which voting center is available for visit?" Peter said

"The Honacker-Coldfield voting center should be open." Juliana said, after talking on her phone with relevant authorities.

"Vice President Cruz, Foreign Minister Ley, the Honaker-Coldfield voting center will be available for visit today. The limousine is ready." Peter said.

"Good I'm ready to get this thing started," said Jim. "Pretty nice nation you got here."

*Lange walks into the terminal, and Peter greets him*

"Welcome to Vista Buena, Your Holiness" Peter said.

"This is a beautiful place, Mr. Winckler. Thank you for bringing me here." Fiona said before she began to look around for a while before stopping to look at the waterfall as it was emptying into the reservoir, she also noticed Victorsville CBD and the shoreline in the distance.

"This is a nice place, I like being here."

"So, are there other places you want to see?" Winckler said.

"So, are there other places you want to see?" Winckler said.

"What places do you recommend?" Fiona said.

*Lange walks into the terminal, and Peter greets him*

"Welcome to Vista Buena, Your Holiness" Peter said.

"Whoa, I'm not His Holiness, that's my boss. I'm just Jim, but hey thanks, it's a nice place you got here. So, uh... I didn't really have time to read any of the information you set, so what's first?"

OK. The hotel rooms are ready at the National Grand Hotel.

"Thank you very much. We will try to visit them as soon as our work is over.", Abraham said.

"There is a private beach close to the north side of the town. It is surrounded by mountains." Winckler said

*Meanwhile...*

Vista Buena Television

Tune in next week for another episode of "Steamy Island", where Stefan finally makes his move on Annika (OOC: your standard Soap Opera, on Vista Buena Television!). But for now, we head over to the newsroom for the News at Noon with Josh Blair, Johanneke Van Rijn, and Derek Goossens.

*News at Noon graphic plays, and Josh begins the news*

"Welcome to the News at Noon on this exciting day, I'm Josh Blair"

"And I'm Johanneke Van Rijn, Derek Goossens has your sports score in a minute, but now, the headlines. Delegates from many nations landed at the Justin V. Kerkorrel International Airport today to attend the independence ceremonies. The President and Vice Presidents of the National Transformation Council were on hand to greet the delegates. Things weren't as smooth as planned, however, for a delegate from The Beatus jumped off the plane after it landed on the airport. The delegate was unhurt, and security was present to escort the delegate, along with the plane, to the terminal. The President's Press Secretary had this to say"

*Press Secretary Matthias Reusselink appears in a video*
"Apparently, wrong instructions were given to the airplane, leading the delegates to think that they are not getting off the plane in a gangway. We are investigating, but this is not something that threatened the safety of anyone..."

*Johanneke Van Rijn continues with the headlines*
"The National Transformation Council, along with selected members of the Transitional Parliament, will greet the foreign dignitaries at a welcoming ceremony at the State Parliament Complex within the hour."

"In other news, voters across the country have been turning our in huge numbers to vote for the first State President and the first State Parliament. Preliminary estimates suggest that the turnout rate is as high as 96%. So far, in the Presidential race, Dr. Peter Fischer of the National Transformation Council is leading with the majority of the vote, with Radical Party candidate Diederik Nijenhuis in second. The State Parliament poll has now become unpredictable, with a relatively unknown party, Civics Party, gaining much ground, mostly at the expense of the Radical Party and New Citizens Party. The Democracy Alliance is still expected to gain upwards to 254 seats in the first State Parliament, but the Civics Party is now expected to gain upwards to 110 seats. And that is it for the headlines, we now go to Josh and Derek for other news. Josh?"

"Whoa, I'm not His Holiness, that's my boss. I'm just Jim, but hey thanks, it's a nice place you got here. So, uh... I didn't really have time to read any of the information you set, so what's first?"

"There is the Welcoming Ceremony at the State Parliament" Peter said, "Then, you can visit one of the voting centers in Victorsville, as we are having elections today. The celebrations will take place tonight."

"There is a private beach close to the north side of the town. It is surrounded by mountains." Winckler said

"That sounds like a nice place, Mr. Winckler." Fiona said.

"It's within walking distance from here. We can get there!" Winckler said.

OOC: So, are your other delegates rest up yet?

OOC: Yes, they are ready to go to the Welcoming Ceremony.

"That is good to hear, Mr. Winkler." Fiona said before they walked to the beach.

"That sounds like a nice place, Mr. Winckler." Fiona said.

"It's within walking distance from here. We can get there!" Winckler said.

OOC: So, are your other delegates rest up yet?

"There is the Welcoming Ceremony at the State Parliament" Peter said, "Then, you can visit one of the voting centers in Victorsville, as we are having elections today. The celebrations will take place tonight."

"By all means lead the way," Jim said. "It's always great to see a nation move toward democracy. My nation is in the process of doing just the same thing."

"By all means lead the way," Jim said. "It's always great to see a nation move toward democracy. My nation is in the process of doing just the same thing."

"The Honacker-Coldfield Voting Center will be open after the ceremony" Peter said.

OOC: Let's start the Welcome Ceremony now.

*The limousines began to make their way to the State Parliament Complex, and Peter, Juliana, and Dustin pulled up to the Parliament's front entrance, and faced a group of reporters*

"What do you think about today, Dr. Fischer? And what do you have to say about rumors of romance between your son and an unknown person?" Reporter Jamie Richardson asked Dr. Fischer.

"Today has been a great day, of course, but my office does not respond to rumors. Now, we have to hurry." Peter said, rushing into the State Parliament Complex with Juliana and Dustin.

"Dustin, Juliana, we will flat out deny everything OK? We cannot let this entire affair with Her Grace Fiona get out." Peter said.

"Consider it done, Peter" Juliana said, as the three walked into the Foyer, which sits between the State Council of Advisor chamber and the State Parliament chamber. The area has been prepared before the event. The three now wait patiently for the delegates.

OOC: Alright everyone, you can come now.

James waited in the hotel lobby for Fiona so they could go together to the Welcoming Ceremony. When she came back with Gareth Winkler, she introduced him to James, who greeted him and said it was nice to meet him before they got into a limosuine that was waiting to take them to the Complex.

After a while, James, Fiona and Gareth were the first to arrive at the Complex and they were found by Dr. Fischer and his assistants who were waiting for the delegates to arrive so the Welcoming Ceremony could begin.

James waited in the hotel lobby for Fiona so they could go together to the Welcoming Ceremony. When she came back with Gareth Winkler, she introduced him to James, who greeted him and said it was nice to meet him before they got into a limosuine that was waiting to take them to the Complex.

After a while, James, Fiona and Gareth were the first to arrive at the Complex and they were found by Dr. Fischer and his assistants who were waiting for the delegates to arrive so the Welcoming Ceremony could begin.

"Your Grace, it is nice to see you here" Peter said. "Your Grace Miss Fiona, did you have a great time today?"

"Your Grace, it is nice to see you here" Peter said. "Your Grace Miss Fiona, did you have a great time today?"

"It is nice to be here." James said. "I had a great time today, Dr. Fischer." Fiona said.

"It is nice to be here." James said. "I had a great time today, Dr. Fischer." Fiona said.

"It's nice to know, Your Grace Miss Fiona." Peter said. "Your Grace Duke of Rosewood, how do you find Vista Buena? Have you had a chance to visit the voting centers?"

"It's nice to know, Your Grace Miss Fiona." Peter said. "Your Grace Duke of Rosewood, how do you find Vista Buena? Have you had a chance to visit the voting centers?"

"Vista Buena is a good nation, Dr. Fischer. So far I have liked Vista Buena and I have not visited a voting center but I am hoping that I can visit a center before the elections end." James said.

"Vista Buena is a good nation, Dr. Fischer. So far I have liked Vista Buena and I have not visited a voting center but I am hoping that I can visit a center before the elections end." James said.

"You will have much time after the ceremony, Your Grace." Peter said.

"You will have much time after the ceremony, Your Grace." Peter said.

"That is good to hear, Dr. Fischer. When does the ceremony start?" James said.

OOC: I'm not going to mention the limo trip; so i'll start with the voting center.

IC: The Honacker-Coldfield voting center came into view as the limo got closer. As they got inside, the Vice President and Foreign Minister were greeted warmly, and directed to a pair of seats from which they could observe the voting. They didn't fail to notice a staff member watching over them like a mother hen, but that was to be expected.

After a few hours of watching the voters (and answering questions from the curious); the two went back to their hotel to relax before the formal ceremonies.

They decided to get there as soon as they could, so they called for the limo, which took them to the complex for the night's ceremonies.

OOC: I'm not going to mention the limo trip; so i'll start with the voting center.

IC: The Honacker-Coldfield voting center came into view as the limo got closer. As they got inside, the Vice President and Foreign Minister were greeted warmly, and directed to a pair of seats from which they could observe the voting. They didn't fail to notice a staff member watching over them like a mother hen, but that was to be expected.

After a few hours of watching the voters (and answering questions from the curious); the two went back to their hotel to relax before the formal ceremonies.

They decided to get there as soon as they could, so they called for the limo, which took them to the complex for the night's ceremonies.

"We are so glad you could have come, Vice President, Minister." Dr. Fischer said.

"What do you think about the elections today, sir?" Juliana said.

Jim Lange stepped out of a limo in front of the State Parliament Complex. He was clearly drunk. After he got out of the limo he took a swig from his flask and continued toward the complex. He noted a lot of reporters there and walked over to them.

Jim Lange stepped out of a limo in front of the State Parliament Complex. He was clearly drunk. After he got out of the limo he took a swig from his flask and continued toward the complex. He noted a lot of reporters there and walked over to them.

*Inside the State Parliament Foyer*

"Peter?" Juliana said, after she listened in to her walkie-talkie

"What is it?" Peter said, quietly

"Jim Lange is here, but there are reports that he is, um, not in prime condition, and he is walking towards the reporters." Juliana said.

"Get your men outside and bring him in. Tell the reporters we are running late, and they can get their interviews after the ceremony." Peter said quietly.

"Yes sir."

*Inside the State Parliament Foyer*

"Peter?" Juliana said, after she listened in to her walkie-talkie

"What is it?" Peter said, quietly

"Jim Lange is here, but there are reports that he is, um, not in prime condition, and he is walking towards the reporters." Juliana said.

"Get your men outside and bring him in. Tell the reporters we are running late, and they can get their interviews after the ceremony." Peter said quietly.

"Yes sir."

Before Jim Lange could reach the reporters he was swept by some men into the building.

"We are so glad you could have come, Vice President, Minister." Dr. Fischer said.

"What do you think about the elections today, sir?" Juliana said.

After a polite nod to Dr. Fischer, Vice President Cruz responded to Juliana's question.

"We are pleased that the citizens of your nation are free to select their leaders. From what we witnessed at the voting center, we think your elections are free and fair. They are a tribute to your citizens. Our nation was recently part of a war in which an alliance of democratic nations defended a democratic ally from a counter-alliance of autocratic nations. So, we are glad to see another people democratically defining their own lives."

After a polite nod to Dr. Fischer, Vice President Cruz responded to Juliana's question.

"We are pleased that the citizens of your nation are free to select their leaders. From what we witnessed at the voting center, we think your elections are free and fair. They are a tribute to your citizens. Our nation was recently part of a war in which an alliance of democratic nations defended a democratic ally from a counter-alliance of autocratic nations. So, we are glad to see another people democratically defining their own lives."

"Good good" Dr. Fischer said. "Juliana, Dustin, along with other members of the Council have spent endless hours to ensure the elections are free. We value Democracy and we are pleased to know that everything is going as planned."

"Vice President Cruz,"Juliana said "the ceremonies will begin shortly. Your seat is right here, sir"

Before Jim Lange could reach the reporters he was swept by some men into the building.

"Welcome to the ceremonies, Mr. Lange" Dr. Fischer said, as Jim Lange enters.

*Dr. Peter Fischer, President of the National Transformation Council, walks up to the delegates*

"Chancellor Chong, Major General Jaußmahn," Dr. Fischer said, as he bowed "I'm Dr. Peter Fischer. This is Vice Presidents Juliana Strijdom and Dustin Shales. Welcome to Vista Buena"

"Thankyou for kind hospitality" Chancellor Chong says nodding and smiling. After a short silence she abruptly nudges Major General Jaußmahn. "Eh ... *being caught off guard* Yes, very nice place here" says Major General Jaußmahn as he tries to put on a smile, it ends up more cheesy than anything else.

"We are so sorry for our late arrival, but due to regional circumstances we couldn’t come any sooner, we would like to make our way to our hotel rooms so we can prepare for tonight’s welcome ceremony, we are quite restless after our flight - it is quite a long trip from Schnitzelfest in a subsonic aero plane" said Chancellor Chong politely while giving a small bow. Major General Jaußmahn gave a small nod and another cheesy smile as they both made their way through the honour guard, down the red carpet to their motorcade.

OOC: I've been busy so I apologize for the late reply. I'll assume my delegation's plane has just landed.

Victorsville National Airport

The door to the Foerign Ministry L-73 jet had barely touched the ground before the two security personnel were on the tarmac scanning the area warily. After a brief pause the rest of the delegates filed out to meet the Vista Buenan officials standing near the plane.

A large man in an obviously expensive suit stepped forward and began speaking.

"I am Steven Lang, Foreign Minister for Developing Nations Relations. To whom do I have the pleasure of speaking?"

Vice President Cruz and Foreign Minister Ley sat in their seats, and started wondering if they should have come later. It would be hours while all of the delegates were greeted, and shown to their seats for the evening. Still, they didn't want to appear ungrateful, so they endured it.

"Welcome to the ceremonies, Mr. Lange" Dr. Fischer said, as Jim Lange enters.

"Why are these people, holding me like this," he said. "I was going to talk to the press, and they picked me up and carried me hear," he continued as he took another drink from his flask.

Vice President Cruz and Foreign Minister Ley sat in their seats, and started wondering if they should have come later. It would be hours while all of the delegates were greeted, and shown to their seats for the evening. Still, they didn't want to appear ungrateful, so they endured it.

"Vice President, would you like some refreshments and food? The delegates are all here now. Very sorry for making you wait." Dustin Shales said.

OOC: I've been busy so I apologize for the late reply. I'll assume my delegation's plane has just landed.

Victorsville National Airport

The door to the Foerign Ministry L-73 jet had barely touched the ground before the two security personnel were on the tarmac scanning the area warily. After a brief pause the rest of the delegates filed out to meet the Vista Buenan officials standing near the plane.

A large man in an obviously expensive suit stepped forward and began speaking.

"I am Steven Lang, Foreign Minister for Developing Nations Relations. To whom do I have the pleasure of speaking?"

"My name is Pierre Brent, Secretary to Vice President Dustin Shales. President Fischer and his Vice Presidents are waiting for you at the State Parliament Complex for the welcoming ceremony."

OOC: We assumed all delegates have arrived at the airport, and the leaders have left the airport. Please forgive us.

"Thankyou for kind hospitality" Chancellor Chong says nodding and smiling. After a short silence she abruptly nudges Major General Jaußmahn. "Eh ... *being caught off guard* Yes, very nice place here" says Major General Jaußmahn as he tries to put on a smile, it ends up more cheesy than anything else.

"We are so sorry for our late arrival, but due to regional circumstances we couldn’t come any sooner, we would like to make our way to our hotel rooms so we can prepare for tonight’s welcome ceremony, we are quite restless after our flight - it is quite a long trip from Schnitzelfest in a subsonic aero plane" said Chancellor Chong politely while giving a small bow. Major General Jaußmahn gave a small nod and another cheesy smile as they both made their way through the honour guard, down the red carpet to their motorcade.

"We will see you at the ceremony, Major General Jaußmahn" Juliana said.

"Why are these people, holding me like this," he said. "I was going to talk to the press, and they picked me up and carried me hear," he continued as he took another drink from his flask.

"Mr. Lange, I am sorry my men was a little rough. Would you like some refreshments?" Juliana said, as she sent, unbeknownst to anyone, a message to her personal assistant via her iPhone "No alcohol for Lange whatsoever".

(sorry about the lateness)

The United Island States of AHSCA congratulates you on your independence and wishes you well and a free future.

"Mr. Lange, I am sorry my men was a little rough. Would you like some refreshments?" Juliana said, as she sent, unbeknownst to anyone, a message to her personal assistant via her iPhone "No alcohol for Lange whatsoever".

"Yes, do you have any Cognac?" asked Jim.

"Yes, do you have any Cognac?" asked Jim.

"Right away sir." Juliana's personal assistant, Mariken Ross, said.

"I'm very sorry sir, it appears our stock of alcohol was used up by our chefs, who worked hard throughout the day to prepare food for our delegates. Can I possibly bring you anything else?" Mariken said, after coming back from the refreshment area.

(sorry about the lateness)

The United Island States of AHSCA congratulates you on your independence and wishes you well and a free future.

The Democratic States thank you for the well wishes, and extends an invitation to the United Island States of AHSCA to visit our nation and witness its independence.

"Right away sir." Juliana's personal assistant, Mariken Ross, said.

"I'm very sorry sir, it appears our stock of alcohol was used up by our chefs, who worked hard throughout the day to prepare food for our delegates. Can I possibly bring you anything else?" Mariken said, after coming back from the refreshment area.

"Well," Jim said, "could you just bring me out a glass, that would be fine." He pulled a bottle of Cognac out of his attaché case.

The Democratic States thank you for the well wishes, and extends an invitation to the United Island States of AHSCA to visit our nation and witness its independence.

We'll take you up on your offer and set sail right away.

"Well," Jim said, "could you just bring me out a glass, that would be fine." He pulled a bottle of Cognac out of his attaché case.

Juliana, reluctantly, nodded, and Mariken Ross brought out a glass.

Juliana called over Sanford Moore, State Minister for Defence, over to her, and remarked quietly "Hasn't this guy drank a little too much?"

Juliana, reluctantly, nodded, and Mariken Ross brought out a glass.

Juliana called over Sanford Moore, State Minister for Defence, over to her, and remarked quietly "Hasn't this guy drank a little too much?"

Jim tried to carefully pour the Cognac, but more ended up on the floor than in his glass.

*Juliana walks over to Dr. Peter Fischer*

"Peter, I'm afraid Jim Lange won't last through the ceremony. Look at him!" Juliana said quietly.

"Well, when something goes wrong, he will return to his hotel." Peter said, as he walked up to the stage and prepares to open the ceremony.

*Juliana walks over to Dr. Peter Fischer*

"Peter, I'm afraid Jim Lange won't last through the ceremony. Look at him!" Juliana said quietly.

"Well, when something goes wrong, he will return to his hotel." Peter said, as he walked up to the stage and prepares to open the ceremony.

Jim decided to hold off on the drink when he saw someone going onto the stage to begin. He quickly put the bottle back in his attaché case, and quickly finished off what was in his glass.

"Honoured delegates, welcome to Vista Buena and our independence celebrations. Please enjoy the refreshments. The ceremony will begin in a few minutes." Juliana said to a microphone.

OOC: need time to type up our speech.

"Honoured delegates, welcome to Vista Buena and our independence celebrations. Please enjoy the refreshments. The ceremony will begin in a few minutes." Juliana said to a microphone.

OOC: need time to type up our speech.

Jim Lange found a wall to lean against while he listened to the speech.

Aya and her Husband Marco arrived in Vista Buena in no time. It was nice that they weren't to far away and the weather was calm.

"Hello." Aya courtesied

"Pleasure ." Marco said with a bow.

Aya and her Husband Marco arrived in Vista Buena in no time. It was nice that they weren't to far away and the weather was calm.

"Hello." Aya courtesied

"Pleasure ." Marco said with a bow.

"Welcome to Vista Buena!" Juliana said. "The ceremony will begin shortly."

"Ladies and Gentlemen, the President of the Vista Buena National Transformation Council, Dr. Peter Fischer."

"Good Afternoon, delegates from the world over." Peter said "Welcome to this very exciting day for our young nation. As our homeland finally determines its own future, we are glad to have you here to witness our finest hour. As we are hours away from finally determining our course and our future, we have big plans and visions for our nation, our home."

"Today, we gratefully open our nation to you all, in hopes of achieving lifelong friendship with your nations. Your recognition and witnessing of our nation's independence today will never be forgotten by our nation and our people. To us all, a fraternal bond will forever exist between Vista Buena and your nations. So, here's to lifelong friends and fraternal bonds, from our nation to yours" Peter said, as he raised his glass, which is filled with Apple Cider, unbeknownst to everyone.

"Before we enjoy ourselves in the reception, I would like to thank my co-workers, Juliana and Dustin, for whom the works of these past few months have fallen on. I would also like to thank all delegates from nations around the world who came today. We will always be grateful of your visit today."

*Peter walks off the stage, as Juliana walks over*

"Peter," Juliana said "The suitors for Her Grace Fiona are here. They are in Conference Room 5."

"Tell Her Grace that." Peter said.

"Yes sir." Juliana said.

"The reception is ready, Peter" Said Dustin.

"OK, we will go in last. The delegates will be there first. They can converse and drink there." Peter said.

Fiona and James enjoyed themselves at the Welcoming Ceremony and were happy to know that Vista Buena had secured its independence in this world and James was pleased to know he had the authority to secure a diplomatic friendship with Vista Buena, he contemplated asking for an alliance. While James thought about diplomacy, Fiona was thinking about the suitors but soon they were focused on Dr. Fischer as he spoke at the podium.

After the speech was finished, James and Fiona began to enjoy themselves again like the other delegates. James did not mind drinking apple cider, he was more focused on diplomacy than the apple cider. Fiona was sitting on a chair and watching the other delegates while occassionally drinking from her glass of cider. It seemed that the Vista Buena Independence Celebrations would be a great success and hopefully, James thought, diplomatic negotiations would also be successful.

Fiona and James enjoyed themselves at the Welcoming Ceremony and were happy to know that Vista Buena had secured its independence in this world and James was pleased to know he had the authority to secure a diplomatic friendship with Vista Buena, he contemplated asking for an alliance. While James thought about diplomacy, Fiona was thinking about the suitors but soon they were focused on Dr. Fischer as he spoke at the podium.

After the speech was finished, James and Fiona began to enjoy themselves again like the other delegates. James did not mind drinking apple cider, he was more focused on diplomacy than the apple cider. Fiona was sitting on a chair and watching the other delegates while occassionally drinking from her glass of cider. It seemed that the Vista Buena Independence Celebrations would be a great success and hopefully, James thought, diplomatic negotiations would also be successful.

"Your Grace Miss Fiona?" Juliana said quietly "The suitors are in Conference Room 5."

The Chacellor and The General made sure that they were properly dressed for the occasion

The Chacellor chose to wear a long eleborately decorated hand stitched golden silk drees. This was matched with golden chopsticks studded with Ruby in her hair that had long flowing gold chains hanging from the ends. To complement the rest of the outfit she wore gold and ruby earings, bracelets and a necklace, as well as ruby coloured stilettos

The General was not very good at this dressing up thing, so he chose to wear his formal army uniform - although he was here representing the government and not the army.

They walked through the doors into the Welcoming Ceremony, not before looking looking at each other nervously. Knowing no one they slowly walked around the room smiling and nodding and checking out all the famous faces in the crowd.

"Your Grace Miss Fiona?" Juliana said quietly "The suitors are in Conference Room 5."

Fiona listened to Juliana talk to her about the suitors before following her as they walked together to Conference Room 5.

Fiona listened to Juliana talk to her about the suitors before following her as they walked together to Conference Room 5.

*Juliana walks into the room with Her Grace*

"I'll leave you to it" Juliana said, as the suitors walked up one by one to greet Her Grace

OOC: Please tell me which person you want to talk to. I can't RP 6 people at the same time!

The Chacellor and The General made sure that they were properly dressed for the occasion

The Chacellor chose to wear a long eleborately decorated hand stitched golden silk drees. This was matched with golden chopsticks studded with Ruby in her hair that had long flowing gold chains hanging from the ends. To complement the rest of the outfit she wore gold and ruby earings, bracelets and a necklace, as well as ruby coloured stilettos

The General was not very good at this dressing up thing, so he chose to wear his formal army uniform - although he was here representing the government and not the army.

They walked through the doors into the Welcoming Ceremony, not before looking looking at each other nervously. Knowing no one they slowly walked around the room smiling and nodding and checking out all the famous faces in the crowd.

*At the reception. The reception was held in an area that was designed in a classy manner. Food was prepared by on-site chefs. Dr. Peter Fischer and Dustin Shales walked into the room, with Juliana coming later*

"My friends, please enjoy the food and refreshment here today, and let us celebrate our friendship and fraternity here." Peter said.

OOC: Guys, raise any issues here please.

To the Leaders of Vista Buena,
We here at Myakoo would like to participate in your little celebration we have just backed out of A war with the nation of Greal and we need A little happiness in our nation.So if you accept our offer we will ship out soon.

Signed,
Justin logan,
Dictator of Myakoo

OOC: I'll go ahead and skip to the Celebration.

The Tolvanic delegation had arrived late but managed to catch Dr. Fischer's speech.

Now the three members of the delegation spread out to locate the peopele they were instructed to speak with. Each man, the delegation was all male after all, was followed by an aide and a security guard as they moved through the crowd.

Colonel Sam Endawe was sent to represent the Tolvanic military and his Marine Dress Uniform was perfectly pressed and quite impressive. Trailing behind him was a Air Force Captain assigned to be his aide and the plain clothed SAS man who served as his bodyguard.

He quickly located the man he was interested in and headed that way.

"Defence Minister Moore, I'm Colonel Endawe of the Tolvanic Marine Corps. I was hoping I could have a moment of your time."

OOC: I'll go ahead and skip to the Celebration.

The Tolvanic delegation had arrived late but managed to catch Dr. Fischer's speech.

Now the three members of the delegation spread out to locate the peopele they were instructed to speak with. Each man, the delegation was all male after all, was followed by an aide and a security guard as they moved through the crowd.

Colonel Sam Endawe was sent to represent the Tolvanic military and his Marine Dress Uniform was perfectly pressed and quite impressive. Trailing behind him was a Air Force Captain assigned to be his aide and the plain clothed SAS man who served as his bodyguard.

He quickly located the man he was interested in and headed that way.

"Defence Minister Moore, I'm Colonel Endawe of the Tolvanic Marine Corps. I was hoping I could have a moment of your time."

"Sure, Colonel Endawe." Minister Moore said, as he took a sip of Apple Cider.

*Juliana walks into the room with Her Grace*

"I'll leave you to it" Juliana said, as the suitors walked up one by one to greet Her Grace

OOC: Please tell me which person you want to talk to. I can't RP 6 people at the same time!

Fiona decided to talk to Brad Fischer, the son of Dr. Fischer. "You must be Brad Fischer. It is nice to meet you." Fiona said with a smile.

Fiona decided to talk to Brad Fischer, the son of Dr. Fischer. "You must be Brad Fischer. It is nice to meet you." Fiona said with a smile.

"How do you do, Your Grace? It is nice to meet you. How has your visit to Vista Buena been?" Brad said.

"How do you do, Your Grace? It is nice to meet you. How has your visit to Vista Buena been?" Brad said.

"I am good, Mr. Fischer. My visit to Vista Buena has been excellent."

"I am good, Mr. Fischer. My visit to Vista Buena has been excellent."

"Did you visit any places interesting, Your Grace?" Brad said.

"Sure, Colonel Endawe." Minister Moore said, as he took a sip of Apple Cider.

"I'm afraid we know very little about your nation and that is a key reason for our visit, to learn more about your nation. Would care to tell me a little more about your military forces? I will of course be more than happy to discuss the Tolvanic Military with you as well."

"I'm afraid we know very little about your nation and that is a key reason for our visit, to learn more about your nation. Would care to tell me a little more about your military forces? I will of course be more than happy to discuss the Tolvanic Military with you as well."

"I believe such matters should be discussed in private, as the nature of the discussion is a bit too sensitive. Perhaps we can discuss this inside a Conference Room?" Sanford said, while sending a text message to Juliana Strijdom, asking her to be ready for a private meeting.

"Did you visit any places interesting, Your Grace?" Brad said.

"Mr. Winkler took me to a reservoir. You could see the shoreline from the vantage point." Fiona said.

"Did that Dr guy say something about food ?"

"You are unbelievable, we are here to make friends on behalf of our nation - not to take all their food"

"Hey, you said we should enjoy ourselves"

The General then makes a quick dash to the buffet table and starts piling a plate with creame puffs and chocolate covered marshmellows. The Chancellor watches with disgrace and shakes her head with a sigh. She decides to forget about the General and makes her way to the empty dancefloor, on the way picking up a Pina Colada from the bar.

The music is unknown to her as it is from Vista Buena origin but she does a modest shuffle to the beat ... waiting for someone to join her

"I believe such matters should be discussed in private, as the nature of the discussion is a bit too sensitive. Perhaps we can discuss this inside a Conference Room?" Sanford said, while sending a text message to Juliana Strijdom, asking her to be ready for a private meeting.

"Of course, I understand completely. I'm sure my shadow will want to check out the room first." Endawe said while gesturing to his bodyguard.

"Mr. Winkler took me to a reservoir. You could see the shoreline from the vantage point." Fiona said.

"That's great, Your Grace," Brad said. "Are there any other places that Your Grace wants to go to?"

"Of course, I understand completely. I'm sure my shadow will want to check out the room first." Endawe said while gesturing to his bodyguard.

"Go right ahead," Sanford said, "I am sure you won't mind of my men comes with you as well to check out the room in conjunction?"

"Did that Dr guy say something about food ?"

"You are unbelievable, we are here to make friends on behalf of our nation - not to take all their food"

"Hey, you said we should enjoy ourselves"

The General then makes a quick dash to the buffet table and starts piling a plate with creame puffs and chocolate covered marshmellows. The Chancellor watches with disgrace and shakes her head with a sigh. She decides to forget about the General and makes her way to the empty dancefloor, on the way picking up a Pina Colada from the bar.

The music is unknown to her as it is from Vista Buena origin but she does a modest shuffle to the beat ... waiting for someone to join her

"Are you enjoying the food, General?" Juliana asked.

"That's great, Your Grace," Brad said. "Are there any other places that Your Grace wants to go to?"

"I would like to visit other places in Vista Buena. Do you recommend any places?"

"I would like to visit other places in Vista Buena. Do you recommend any places?"

"There is this mountain in the Central Highlands, it is very beautiful and I go there for retreats from time to time. Perhaps I can take you there after work?"

OOC: Brad is a reporter, and on this important day, you know he really can't back out.

Vice President Cruz was also on the dance floor. He had never heard the piece that was now playing, but he hadn't expected to. As he was dancing along to the music, he felt something bump into him. Turning around, he saw the female Chancellor of Schnitzelfest doing a modest shuffle.

OOC: I'm going to assume that the Chancellor of Schnitzelfest is at least passably attractive.

IC: "Madame Chancellor, I am Lamonian Vice President Cruz, may I have the pleasure of a dance?" Cruz had noticed that the Chancellor looked like she would welcome a diversion.

At the same time, the famously attractive Lamonian Foreign Minister (Tanya Ley) had somehow managed to be near the door from which Dr. Fischer and his group emerged into the room. Sensing a perfect opportunity to get the business of the night over with so that she could have some fun, she walked over to Dr. Fischer.

"Dr. Fischer, my congratulations on your nation's independence. It has long been a policy of the Free Republic to exchange diplomatic missions (read: Embassies) with other democratic nations. In such vein, it is my pleasure to offer your newly independent nation an embassy exchange with the Free Republic."

OOC: After the conversation with Dr. Fischer, Miss Ley will be out on the dance floor. Undoubtedly, someone will try to flirt with her.

"There is this mountain in the Central Highlands, it is very beautiful and I go there for retreats from time to time. Perhaps I can take you there after work?"

OOC: Brad is a reporter, and on this important day, you know he really can't back out.

"I have no problem seeing the mountain with you." Fiona said.

"I have no problem seeing the mountain with you." Fiona said.

"We should definitely see that. So, tell me more about yourself, Your Grace" Brad said.

"We should definitely see that. So, tell me more about yourself, Your Grace" Brad said.

"I enjoy playing the violin, you know. I have been a violinist for several years and have performed in front of audiences."

Vice President Cruz was also on the dance floor. He had never heard the piece that was now playing, but he hadn't expected to. As he was dancing along to the music, he felt something bump into him. Turning around, he saw the female Chancellor of Schnitzelfest doing a modest shuffle.

OOC: I'm going to assume that the Chancellor of Schnitzelfest is at least passably attractive.

IC: "Madame Chancellor, I am Lamonian Vice President Cruz, may I have the pleasure of a dance?" Cruz had noticed that the Chancellor looked like she would welcome a diversion.

At the same time, the famously attractive Lamonian Foreign Minister (Tanya Ley) had somehow managed to be near the door from which Dr. Fischer and his group emerged into the room. Sensing a perfect opportunity to get the business of the night over with so that she could have some fun, she walked over to Dr. Fischer.

"Dr. Fischer, my congratulations on your nation's independence. It has long been a policy of the Free Republic to exchange diplomatic missions (read: Embassies) with other democratic nations. In such vein, it is my pleasure to offer your newly independent nation an embassy exchange with the Free Republic."

OOC: After the conversation with Dr. Fischer, Miss Ley will be out on the dance floor. Undoubtedly, someone will try to flirt with her.

"It would be an honour to have the Larmoni ambassador in the Court of St. Wilibrord (OOC: The Ceremonial Name for the Vista Buenan Legate Office)" Peter said. "I will instruct my Legate-General to start the process immediately."

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"It would be an honour to have the Larmoni ambassador in the Court of St. Wilibrord (OOC: The Ceremonial Name for the Vista Buenan Legate Office)" Peter said. "I will instruct my Legate-General to start the process immediately."

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OOC: Done.

"Go right ahead," Sanford said, "I am sure you won't mind of my men comes with you as well to check out the room in conjunction?"

OOC: We can skip the security sweep and get right to the discussion.

Col. Endawe took a seat at the table and bagn speaking.

"So tell me a little about the Buena Vistan miltary. How large is it? How is it organized? What sort of equipment and odctrine do you use?"

OOC: This is a private conference between Tolvan and Vista Buena. CLOSED TO OTHER PLAYERS. INFORMATION PRIVY TO TOLVAN AND VISTA BUENA

OOC: We can skip the security sweep and get right to the discussion.

Col. Endawe took a seat at the table and bagn speaking.

"So tell me a little about the Buena Vistan miltary. How large is it? How is it organized? What sort of equipment and odctrine do you use?"

OOC: Let's assume nothing is planted by us or you.

IC from here

"Colonal Endawe, before I continue, I cannot forget to tell you that some of these information will be considered sensitive, and if these information become public knowledge, it will constitute a grave breach of trust between our nations." Sanford said.

"Our nation's military is, as you can imagine, not terribly big. Our three branches of military, combined, comes to 455,000 people. These are people who are professional career soldiers. Our reserves, however, constitutes the entire nation's 18 to 50 year old population, as National Service of 1.75 years are required.

Overall, about 560,000 people serve in our Armed Forces. We organise our nation's Armed Forces by Integrated Military Districts. We have 12 at the present time. Most of them cover land and air only, with 5 covering land, air, and sea.

Each district is commanded by a Defence Council, which consists of 3-4 Generals: one for the Army, one for the Navy (as needed), one for the Air Force, and one for the Civil Defence Corps. They will each coordinate their defence strategies, and give orders to their respective regiments.

Nationally, the State Joint Defence Conference coordinates national defence as needed. The Conference consists of the State President, the State Minister for Defence, the Navy Admiral, the Army 5-Star General, the Marshal of the Air Force, and regional Defence Councils. The organisation further down would differ little from other militaries.

Our defence doctrine is called "360 Defence", which consists of: Economic, Civil, Military, Psychological, Infrastructural, Social, Environmental, and Health. These are what we consider to be the fundamental tenets of our state, and we need to defend these tenets as best as we can in order to have a nation.

As far as equipment, after the Villa Accords was signed between us and our colonial nation, we further signed a Defence Realignment Agreement, which allowed us to buy off any equipments that was stationed in Vista Buena, with some exceptions. The equipments are not terribly new, but they can defend the nation.

We have recently pumped a lot of money into our defence sector in order to foster research into weapons. So far, we have some fruits of success. We have developed new body armors, new vehicles, and new weapons.

We have also gone on a buying spree, and we bought a new LY471 "Skyguard" air defence brigade from Lyras, as well as weapons of various models and production rights to the Armidale Class Patrol Boat and the CIS SAR-21 assault rifle from the United Earthlings. We are planning to buy more armaments to reform our forces, as well as developing our weapons."

Endawe listened intently as the Minister outlined his nation's military. When he finished he began his own speech.

"The Tolvanic military is actually rather small given the Commonwealth's size, 1.3 billion at the last census, but our forces are among the best trained and equipped you'll find."

"Currently we have four seperate branches, the Army, the Air Force, the Navy, and the Marine Corps. As Tolvan is a series of widely scattered islands the Navy and Marines are obviously quite large. The total personnel strength of all four services is nearly five million. In addition all able bodied males are required to serve two years in the Reserves once they graduate high school. The Reserves includes the National Guard, The Naval Reserve, the Air Force Reserve, the Air Defence Command, and the Coastal Defence Command. The only exception are those volunteering for active duty service."

"Organizationally the Tolvanic military is divided into Area Commands that are responsible for various geography areas in and around Tolvanic territory, there are currently eighteen Area Commands. The individual commands have no permenant forces assigned, units from all four services are assigned and moved about as needed."

"As far as equipment Tolvan has a world class defense industry and we have also purchased weapons from some of the world's foremost suppliers such as AMI and Lyran Arms. Of course I'd more than happy to put you in touch with some Tolvanic defense companies when this conference is over."

Endawe listened intently as the Minister outlined his nation's military. When he finished he began his own speech.

"The Tolvanic military is actually rather small given the Commonwealth's size, 1.3 billion at the last census, but our forces are among the best trained and equipped you'll find."

"Currently we have four seperate branches, the Army, the Air Force, the Navy, and the Marine Corps. As Tolvan is a series of widely scattered islands the Navy and Marines are obviously quite large. The total personnel strength of all four services is nearly five million. In addition all able bodied males are required to serve two years in the Reserves once they graduate high school. The Reserves includes the National Guard, The Naval Reserve, the Air Force Reserve, the Air Defence Command, and the Coastal Defence Command. The only exception are those volunteering for active duty service."

"Organizationally the Tolvanic military is divided into Area Commands that are responsible for various geography areas in and around Tolvanic territory, there are currently eighteen Area Commands. The individual commands have no permenant forces assigned, units from all four services are assigned and moved about as needed."

"As far as equipment Tolvan has a world class defense industry and we have also purchased weapons from some of the world's foremost suppliers such as AMI and Lyran Arms. Of course I'd more than happy to put you in touch with some Tolvanic defense companies when this conference is over."

"I was wondering, Colonal, about what you think of our nation's military organisation, and what you think of its effectiveness." Sanford said. "Also, we would be honored if we can cooperate with you on a military level, as well as purchasing weapons from you."

"How interesting," Brad said "I have never played violin, but I do enjoy a performance now and then from my niece and sister. Perhaps I would have the honour to be in Your Grace's audience in the coming days?"

"I would have no problem with you being in my audience." Fiona said with a smile. "Do you have any hobbies?"

"I enjoy playing the violin, you know. I have been a violinist for several years and have performed in front of audiences."

"How interesting," Brad said "I have never played violin, but I do enjoy a performance now and then from my niece and sister. Perhaps I would have the honour to be in Your Grace's audience in the coming days?"

"I do love surfing, as well as mountain climbing." Brad said.

"Those sound like nice hobbies. If I may ask: When can we visit the mountain?"

Vice President Cruz was also on the dance floor. He had never heard the piece that was now playing, but he hadn't expected to. As he was dancing along to the music, he felt something bump into him. Turning around, he saw the female Chancellor of Schnitzelfest doing a modest shuffle.

"Madame Chancellor, I am Lamonian Vice President Cruz, may I have the pleasure of a dance?" Cruz had noticed that the Chancellor looked like she would welcome a diversion.


"I was begining to think no one would ask, I would love to - although you will have to forgive my dancing skills"

Chancellor Chong and Vice President Cruz start to dance

"So you say you are the Vice President of Lamonia, I cant say I have ever been there. Whats it like ?"

"I would have no problem with you being in my audience." Fiona said with a smile. "Do you have any hobbies?"

"I do love surfing, as well as mountain climbing." Brad said.

"Are you enjoying the food, General?" Juliana asked.

"Oh yes, very much so" Talking with a mouth full of mini party pizzas

GULP

"What do you call these little meat filled parcel swirls with the green thing on top, They are great -we must exchange recipes"

"Oh yes, very much so" Talking with a mouth full of mini party pizzas

GULP

"What do you call these little meat filled parcel swirls with the green thing on top, They are great -we must exchange recipes"

"I can certainly contact the chefs on that, General" Juliana said.

"Those sound like nice hobbies. If I may ask: When can we visit the mountain?"

We can visit them tomorrow, after the ceremonies. Would Your Grace be interested?

OOC: Again, remember that Brad is a Journalist, and we are declaring independence.

We can visit them tomorrow, after the ceremonies. Would Your Grace be interested?

OOC: Again, remember that Brad is a Journalist, and we are declaring independence.

"I am interested in visiting them after the ceremonies."

"I am interested in visiting them after the ceremonies."

"Definitely," Brad said, "I can take you there tomorrow."

"So you say you are the Vice President of Lamoni, I cant say I have ever been there. Whats it like ?"

As the Chancellor and Vice President Cruz started to dance, he answered her question.

"Lamoni is a nation large in both territory and population in the region known as Atlantian Oceania. It would be worth noting that the nation whose independence that we are both celebrating is also in AO. The Free Republic has always been a force in the politics of it's region, but is seeking to expand it's international stature of late." A dip and twist. "We are also part of a regional alliance called the Strategic Defense League, which is made up of several democracies, as well as one monarchy. SDL forces recently defeated a rival autocratic alliance, and we are still celebrating the peace. Would you care to hear more, Madame Chancellor?" He didn't want to bore her, after all.

"Definitely," Brad said, "I can take you there tomorrow."

"Thank you, Brad. It will be nice to see more of the natural scenery of Vista Buena." Fiona said with a smile.

As the Chancellor and Vice President Cruz started to dance, he answered her question.

"Lamoni is a nation large in both territory and population in the region known as Atlantian Oceania. It would be worth noting that the nation whose independence that we are both celebrating is also in AO. The Free Republic has always been a force in the politics of it's region, but is seeking to expand it's international stature of late." A dip and twist. "We are also part of a regional alliance called the Strategic Defense League, which is made up of several democracies, as well as one monarchy. SDL forces recently defeated a rival autocratic alliance, and we are still celebrating the peace. Would you care to hear more, Madame Chancellor?" He didn't want to bore her, after all.

"Such a large democratic movement, how impressive. I ..."

There was a slight pause and sad gaze washed across her face

"I only wish my own region could follow in such footsteps, Just after I left my nation and my region I received a message from my staff. It appears my region is on the brink of revolution, a small group of powerful and active nations in the region, including my own, are seeking to eject our regional Prime Minister and Grand Head of State for their unability to resolve our nation ratention rate. It also appears that our Grand Head of State will be brought before the High Court of Rineu for failure to call elections. Our democratic processes are soon to go out the window, replaced with Anarchy and Untollerable Legislation"

She perks back up and nudges the Vice President to continue dancing

"But I must not think of such things, this is a celebration after all. I would lover to hear more about your life ... And by the way, you can call me Svenja"

Matthew Jamison walked onto the dance floor a bit awkwardly. It had been a very long time since he had been free to stand on an open space like this without being literally surrounded by guards. He walked over, and shook hands with some of the leaders. "It is so very pleasing to see such a grand acceptance of democracy." he muttered to himself, taking a sip of punch, and glancing around the room, looking for anyone he knew. "I suppose that I do need to meet the Vista Buena president."

Matthew saw Juliana, and walked over, standing next to the general, not wanting to interrupt anything. He listened intently to the General's words, as he had not met either of them.

"I can certainly contact the chefs on that, General" Juliana said.

"Excellant! You know Juliana, this place aint as bad as I thought it would be. You arent a bunch of weirdos at all ... not to say I ever thought you were a bunch weirdos. Im beginning to become a bit jealous of Chancellor Chong over there"

*Points with a tilt of the head to the dancefloor, and gives a slight chuckle at the sight of her dancing*

"I mean Im here representing our nation because we are currently at peace with everyone, so i have little to do at the moment. But she gets to travel the world and attend these kind of things all the time"

The General picks a strawberry off of one of the cakes on the table and eats it

"And what does your job involve Juliana?"

Matthew saw Juliana, and walked over, standing next to the general, not wanting to interrupt anything. He listened intently to the General's words, as he had not met either of them.

The General suddenly put his arm around Matthew and grabbed him in a friendly manner without even looking. This shocked the bejebus out of Matthew as he didnt even know if the General knew he was there.

"Didnt think I knew you were there son, did you?"

The General Laughs

"Thats odd, you dont look like a spy - I think i will let you off"

The General takes his arm away and extends it towards Matthew to shake his hand

"Sorry If I gave you a fright, my name is Major General Boris Jaußmahn. Im not from this place though, oh no sir-e! But I wouldnt mind too much if I were, they have have real good grub here, Hey Julie"

He gives Juliana a nudge, a wink and then laughs

Juliana was drinking at the time and due to the unexpectant nudge nearly chokes and gives a small cough and then smiles in Matthews direction giving a nod.

"Not a fright at all, once you've seen the international political system, nothing scares you any more." he said with a laugh, shaking the General's hand. "Matthew Jamison, President of the Opatian Federation. This'd be my first trip here. Juliana, hope you'll excuse my late arrival." he said. "You know, it's odd you think I don't look like a spy, I was in my younger days." he said with a smile. "Of course, that's why I still have all of my limbs." he continued with a laugh.

"Not a fright at all, once you've seen the international political system, nothing scares you any more." he said with a laugh, shaking the General's hand. "Matthew Jamison, President of the Opatian Federation. This'd be my first trip here. Juliana, hope you'll excuse my late arrival." he said. "You know, it's odd you think I don't look like a spy, I was in my younger days." he said with a smile. "Of course, that's why I still have all of my limbs." he continued with a laugh.

"Wow a President, I sometimes forget Im in the prescence of senior political figures from around the world. Opatia you say ... I cant say I have heard of it. But the only countries I know about are countries that threatening Schnitzelfest - Which means none"

The General Laughs

"Hey Matthew you have to try these little meat filled parcel swirls with the green thing on top, they are great! I will just go get us 3 some drinks from the bar"

The General walks away into the middle of the room before finally realising he doesnt know where the bar is, he looks around and finds it and heads towards its direction.

Jim Lange had fallen asleep during the speech and was therefore quite late for the reception. He walked into the reception still drunk and headed for the buffet.

"Well, Svenja; I was born in the Lamonian city of Karakan. I didn't exactly have what some would call a 'priviledged' life. My mother was frequently absent, and my father was a drunk. I kept getting beaten when my father came home drunk. When I was five years old, the Lamonian child protection services took me away from my parents.

I was put into a foster home, and the couple there adopted me. Even then, we weren't exactly rich. All through school, I had to scrounge for every Kaji (OOC: think US cent) that I could get in addition to my military scholarships (OOC: Lamonian citizens must serve two years in the armed forces.) I picked Political Science as a joke amongst my friends; but I soon found myself hooked by it. One could almost say seduced. When I graduated Karakan University, I accepted a position with the Lamonian Defense Ministry. After years and experience, I eventually was picked to be the Vice President after my predecessor resigned. I was also assigned to a diplomatic detail to Yisreal, where former President Stone was assassinated by forces from Atheistic Right.

I also happen to have been called one of the Free Republic's top ten eligible bachelors by Lamonian tabloids. While amusing, it's not something that I like to talk about all that much in front of politicians.

I would have to talk to President Stinson about this, but the Free Republic could supply troops to your nation to help you stabilize your region. In addition, our region could provide a home for your nation should that prove necessary."

Cruz was having a good time dancing and talking with Chancellor Svenja.

"I was wondering, Colonal, about what you think of our nation's military organisation, and what you think of its effectiveness." Sanford said. "Also, we would be honored if we can cooperate with you on a military level, as well as purchasing weapons from you."

"Of course. Your military appears well organized, though we have found the Area Commander appraoch a better fit for our doctrine. Haing a single commander, with subcommanders for the various types of forces assigned, grants more unity of command. For example though an Area Commander may be a Marine general he might have an Air Force general, Navy admiral, and a an Army general all reporting to him commanding his air, sea, and ground forces as needed. Of course the best organized military in the world isn't worth much unless it is adequately trained and equipped."

"To that end, though I cannot speak on my Government's behalf in this regard, I am confident that your naiton will be able to secure military aid from the Commonwealth should it request it."

OOC: Back from the real world. Sorry. So, we would like to move on with the RP, so let's wrap up the ceremony here, and we will move over to the Independence celebrations and negotiations tomorrow. Is that alright with all of you?

OOC: yes

Vista Buena Television
Announcer: We'll be back in a few minutes with Ella's Bedside Chat. You're watching the Oxygen Hour on Vista Buena Television. Now a news update from Anna Mooring

*News Update sequence is shown*

This is a Vista Buena Television News Update, I'm Anna Mooring.

Delegates from around the world have arrived at Vista Buena earlier today to attend the independence celebrations. Some delegates have toured voting facilities earlier today to witness the first ever State Parliament and President elections. The delegates were honored at a welcoming ceremony at the State Parliament Complex at around noon today. National Transformation Council Vice President Dustin Shales had this to say:

"It was the most meaningful of ceremonies. The delegates were honoured by us, and we are confident that we now have a fraternity of nations among us."

*Back to Anna*

At the ceremony, Transformation Council President Dr. Peter Fischer said he was honoured that the nations have come, and that he is looking forward to a long, fruitful, and fraternal relationship between the delegate's nation and Vista Buena.

Onto tonight's independence celebrations, our very own reporter, Katherine Muller, is live at the celebrations. Katherine?

"The celebrations are ready to roll at the present point in time. Performers from across the nation have arrived, and they are in their final preparations. However, a couple of notables are missing, including pop singer Gareth Winckler. He went missing since the morning hours, but his manager have reassured the media that all is well, and that he will be in the performance tonight. Also missing is Vista Buena Television correspondent Brad Fischer. Rumour has it that there appears to be some sort of romance between either Gareth Winckler, Brad Fischer, and an unnamed guest of tonight's celebrations, and that their disappearance was, in fact, related to courtship. We will let you know as we progress. Anna?"

"Thanks, Katherine for that report, and it certainly clears up some questions over these strange events. Onto the stock markets before we go, the VisDex 400 had a half-day session today, and it was up 200 points, closing at 44,503.23. There are the news, I'm Anna Mooring, have a great day."

Announcer: You're watching the Oxygen Hour on Vista Buena Television. Back to Studio 23 now, where Ella is in bed, ready to answer the oxygenated questions of the day.

*Ella's Bedside Chat*
Woman in very high-pitched voice: "OK, today's Independence Day, but will your sex life improve, or will you seek independence, and just seek friends with benefits. One viewer, Carla, believes her sex life is..."

OOC: As you can see, I am a man, and I am no fan of afternoon television in the US.

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When the event drew to a close, Vice President Cruz told Chancellor Svenja where to meet him at the concert if she wanted to meet with him again. In the meantime, Cruz and Foreign Minister Ley went to their hotel rooms so that Miss Ley could 'freshen up' for the concert. When they arrived at the hotel room, Cruz told the Foreign Minister about his encounter with the Chancellor; and Ley took copious notes. She would later send a report to the Lamonian President about the encounter, so that he could decide what to do about it.

In the meantime, the pair went to where the concert was to be held.

*Inside the Juliana, Dustin, and Peter's Motorcade*

"Juliana, how did the courtship go?" Peter said.

"It went well." Juliana said "I think Her Grace is gunning for your son." Juliana said.

"Oh? We'll see about that one." Peter said.

"Oh, Peter," Dustin said "The Tonvanian delegates asked us about our military. I think we will be able to pair up with them at a later date."

"That would be good," Peter said "I think we need all the help we can get. So, let's go to the hotel, and freshen up before the ceremony."

"Oh Peter," Juliana said "I heard you are getting the majority of the votes. You are winning!"

"You guys are winning your seats as well." Peter said, as the car pulls up to the Renata Harbourfront Hotel.

OOC: Since the emeeting is over if you wish to continue discussion about military aid TG me and we'll set a thread up.

Meanwhile...

At the Harbourfront Parade, millions of people from Victorsville and other cities have gathered to celebrate the independence. Bands and other performers are getting ready to participate in the parade that will commence. Meanwhile, the Vista Buena Air Force's flag flypast squadron have kicked off the celebrations with a flypast and flag flypast around the Central Business District

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(OOC: Put some imagination into those pictures please)

The parade will start soon, and people are anxiously waiting.

Both of the Lamonians had watched the flybys, and were suitably impressed. The new Vista Buenan flag looked well enough for a nation state, they had both reasoned. And the jet flyby couldn't have been done any better by the LAF.

It had been a long time since they had seen a parade. Their schedules and security needs were too much for such events back home. They hadn't even been able to attend the victory parades celebrating the SDL victory over the SAAS, so busy had they been.

Like all of the others, they were waiting for the parade to begin.

We send you congratulations on your indepedence.

President

Vista Buena Television

*Independence Celebration opens*

Welcome to this exciting moment from Victorsville, as we kickoff the celebrations and begin counting down to independence. I'm your host, Dana Mariel, along with Janice Daniels and Pieter Winston.

*Pieter speaks*

The parade will be starting soon, and to kick off the parade, the Vista Buena Armed Forces Marching Band will lead, followed by the Urban Dance Troupe from the Arts Academy of Clementi, and a float sponsored by the Victorsville City Government, with singer Nick Marais performing.

And we have word that executives from the National Transformational Council will arrive at any minute now, and we will bring you coverage of that as it happens, but now, a quick news update on the elections that took place today.

There is about an hour left to go before the polls close, and it appears that the State President race has already been decided. Dr. Peter Fischer, the current President of the National Transformation Council, and widely praised fir his leadership during The Transition, has an estimated 60% of the vote. His nearest opponent, Radical Party candidate Diederik Nijenhuis, is polling at 21% of the vote. Other candidates are registering in the low teens and the single digits.

Meanwhile, the State Parliament election has sprung a surprise on all analysts today with the sudden surge of votes for the relatively unknown Civics Party. The centre-left party was originally expected to win no seats at all, but preliminary results have suggested that the party has benefited from a massive rise in support, at the expense of mostly the Radical Party and the New Citizens Party. However, no one expects the surge to have an impact on the election, as the Democracy Alliance, led by Dr. Peter Fischer, is still expected to gain at least 250 seats. The Civics Party, meanwhile, is now expected to gain 100 seats, and the Radical Party and the New Citizens Party is now expected to gain 30 and 20 seats, respectively.

We have word that the executive motorcade is now arriving, so we will swing over to our cameras.

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And here, we see the members of the National Transformation Council stepping out of the motorcade and taking their seats, the Parade will now officially start.

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OOC: I can't find suitable pics for the others. Please use your imagination. Also, feel free to give reactions.

James and Fiona watched the Independence Celebrations in the streets of Victorsville. While James was fascinated by the marching bands, Fiona felt that the singing voice of Nick Marais was quite charming but she would occassionally think about Brad Fischer. They noticed the leaders of the Council and the new government and looked at them for a moment before their attention became focused on the parade.

"May Vista Buena prosper." James said with a smile as he watched the marching band march down the street with their musicians playing. James hoped that Vista Buena would prosper as it became an independent nation like his own. Fiona took some pictures of the parade to put in her scrapbook while James silently continued to watch.

"This visit has been wonderful!" Fiona said proudly before she began to think about Brad again. For some reason, there was something about him that made her want to think about him. Would he be her one and only love? The marching bands continued to play, singers continued to sing and all around Vista Buena people continued to celebrate.

James and Fiona watched the Independence Celebrations in the streets of Victorsville. While James was fascinated by the marching bands, Fiona felt that the singing voice of Nick Marais was quite charming but she would occassionally think about Brad Fischer. They noticed the leaders of the Council and the new government and looked at them for a moment before their attention became focused on the parade.

"May Vista Buena prosper." James said with a smile as he watched the marching band march down the street with their musicians playing. James hoped that Vista Buena would prosper as it became an independent nation like his own. Fiona took some pictures of the parade to put in her scrapbook while James silently continued to watch.

"This visit has been wonderful!" Fiona said proudly before she began to think about Brad again. For some reason, there was something about him that made her want to think about him. Would he be her one and only love? The marching bands continued to play, singers continued to sing and all around Vista Buena people continued to celebrate.

*Meanwhile...*

Juliana mumbled some words to her assistant, and gave out what seems to be an order

"What's wrong?" Peter said

"I asked the TV producer of the ceremony to send Brad over here." Juliana said

"Brad? My son Brad? What for? He's very busy, you know that!" Peter replied

"The producer told me that the news anchors have about 15 minutes left in their coverage of the ceremony before another set of presenters takes over. They were going to send Brad over to Honacker-Coldfield to cover the results of the election, but I asked the producer, a friend of mine from Uni, to send another person over so that Brad can accompany Her Grace." Juliana said.

"Wait, the Duke of Rosewood's daughter likes my son, and I knew nothing about it?" Peter said.

"Well, you were a little busy today to be snooping on your son, Peter" Juliana said "Besides, I think it was everyone's intention all along for you to do what you were doing, and not get yourself involved in your son's future"

"I never wanted get involved anyways," Peter said, "But this is all news to me. By the way, who did you sent to get Brad? Please don't tell me you sent the Green Berets again, like you did last time when you wanted to free Dustin from traffic."

"No, I only sent my assistants, Blake and Gretchen. I did ask Sanford to send an MP unit to meet up with my assistants before they get Brad. He should get here within 4 minutes" Juliana said.

"Well, we'll see from here" Peter said.


*Meanwhile, on Vista Buena Television*

Pieter Winston: Well, we are at the last legs of the parade and the first part of the performance at the ceremony. We have here the Coldfield Secondary School Skateboarding Team, performing stunts along the way before entering the stage to wrap up the parade.

Dana Mariel: Well, that was a thrilling parade, a mixture of the past, the present, and the future of our soon-to-be nation, and as we move closer to midnight, we will soon find out the election results, as well as witnessing our nation's birth. Actually, I'm being told that we will cut straight to the Parade grounds, where the election results will be announced immediately. Let's listen in"

*Post continued below*

*At the Parade grounds*

Good evening. I am Constantijn Richards, President of the National Institute of Plebiscites and Decisions, and I have, with me, the results of the State President and State Parliament election that was held today.

The vote today was monitored by Macmillan-Vorster Accountancy International, the Free University of Vista Buena's Institute of Voting Transperancy, and AccuraCheck. All three firms have certified the vote as free, fair, and accurate.

For the 1st Democratic State Parliament election, 500 seats are in contention, and the results are as follows. The Progressive Democracy Movement, led by Dr. Peter Fischer and a part of the Democracy Alliance electoral pact, won 255 seats in the State Parliament.

The Ecological Green Concept, led by Dustin Shales and a part of the Democracy Alliance electoral pact, won 40 seats. Together, the Democracy Alliance electoral pact has won 295 seats in the 1st State Parliament.

The Civic Party, led by Willem Vanderveld, won 150 seats in the 1st State Parliament, and will be the Official State Opposition.

The New Citizens Party, led by Suzanne Lim, won 30 seats in the 1st State Parliament.

The Radical Party, led by Darren Wende, won 15 seats in the 1st State Parliament. The remaining 10 seats were won by other parties who did not gain the required votes to be listed as parties.

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In the 1st State President Election, the results are as follows.

Dr. Peter Fischer of the Democratic Alliance won 53.7% of the vote. Diederik Nijenhuis of the Radical Party, won 21.3% of the vote. Dr. David Tegel of the New Citizens Party won 15% of the vote. The remaining votes are gained by other candidates who did not gain 10% of the votes.

Vice President Cruz and Foreign Minister Ley were having a good time watching the parade. They were seated with the other foreign dignitaries, but that didn't matter. For a moment, they felt like they had when both were part of the common, middle class throng.

The floats were as good as any that they could remember, but they couldn't quite catch the names of some of the entries.

Brad Fischer, just after his report on the election, was approached by Military Police, who brought him into the Parade Grounds for a meeting with Her Grace Fiona.

Jim Lange's cell phone rang, he answered it. After a moment, he became pale, and asked the person on the other side to confirm what he had just been told. When they did he hung up. He quickly found someone from the Vista Buena and said, "I am sorry, but I must leave immediately, His Holiness, Edwardo Listless, has died," by the end of his statement he was on the verge of tears.

Jim Lange's cell phone rang, he answered it. After a moment, he became pale, and asked the person on the other side to confirm what he had just been told. When they did he hung up. He quickly found someone from the Vista Buena and said, "I am sorry, but I must leave immediately, His Holiness, Edwardo Listless, has died," by the end of his statement he was on the verge of tears.

The Democratic States Government sends its most sincere sympathies.