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Aug 3, 2009 19:44:09 GMT -5
Post by Ladorak on Aug 3, 2009 19:44:09 GMT -5
Otto shook his head. "Can't say I fully do. A lot of the colonies in the West Mandates are vital for Rosferia's survival. They bring in important spices, sugar, dyes, and produce. It would hurt us to lose them....but what I was planning was abolishing slavery in the colonies and making them all departments of Rosferia. They'd have representatives sit in our government and everything. As for Personza..."
The otter chewed on his lower lip in thought. "Yeah...it's not really valuable in any way...though I WAS hoping it would stay a department of Rosferia like it is now. Lukas Pascale is the current Director I believe. Pozzo di Borgo and um...Jean Peraldi sit on the Assembly as Personza's representatives. Is it really that bad on the island though?"
Otto paused, exhaling through his mouth. "Well....stupid question I guess. They DO desire to be free...I know. Those meerkats are a headstrong bunch....very self-determined. I'm not sure how I'd deal with it just yet. As of right now Pascale is back in his island and representing us....though unsure how loyal he is. I guess we'll find out once this thing blows over." blinking a few times, he looked back down at the squirrel.
"Anything else?"
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Aug 4, 2009 5:20:14 GMT -5
Post by Carrow on Aug 4, 2009 5:20:14 GMT -5
"Ah, my apologies, friend. I was speaking specifically with Personza in mind. I wasn't thinking of the other colonies we have. As you say, we will wait and see. Now, is there anything else I have to tell you?"
Sciurus smiled as he paused for a bit to pique Otto's interest.
"Yes, as a matter of fact there is. Are there any other creatures around? I would make an announcement that concerns all of you."
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Aug 4, 2009 13:47:00 GMT -5
Post by Ladorak on Aug 4, 2009 13:47:00 GMT -5
Otto frowned in a bored manner, shrugging and gesturing about the room. "Everybeast is still here. A combination of the Cordeliers and Jacobin Clubs. Mr. Dragonis has really racked up some points with the populace with his recent speeches calling for an overthrow of the King. I think he's galvanized us you see." The room was indeed packed with beasts of many walks of life. It was similar to the scene that played out before their previous march on the Palace, though right now they were just plotting, and not actually going to march today.
Otto turned something over in his mind, trying to remember who Boneparte Lantzer was, but he couldn't place him. A meerkat from Personza then....maybe they'd run into each other at a later date. It wasn't really a priority for Otto right now at any rate. He was more focused on bringing down the old government and ushering in the new.
"If you have to address us go ahead." the otter said, bringing himself back to reality. "The only significant one who isn't here is Mr. Cutter....and he WILL be emerging....very soon at that. I would suspect to see him for our movement against the palace. It's curious....as the Jacobins and the Girondists are united for now....but I suspect the Girondists.....they're a bit too conservative and I don't trust them. I think they're only asking for the King's overthrow so that they can benefit....and then they'll stop this Revolution in it's tracks....but I don't intend to let that happen." the otter said, narrowing his eyes as he glanced here to there at various Girondist members. The Girondists were mostly business leaders and middle class beasts, and at the moment the most active of the opponents of the King....but Otto distrusted them.
He suspected them of being so vocal only to reap the rewards of the King's downfall....but not much after that. He would be keeping a close eye on the mouse Brissoe, their leader. He didn't regard Milton Dragonis very highly either....but at the moment their interests were the same, and Milton was not one of those suspicious Girondists either, so at least he had that in common with Otto. "Ah yes sorry....go ahead...what do you want to say?" asked Otto now, remembering Sciurus.
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Aug 4, 2009 14:25:57 GMT -5
Post by Carrow on Aug 4, 2009 14:25:57 GMT -5
Otto seemed to be lost in his own thoughts for a moment. In fact, Sciurus noticed with a slight smile, he seemed to be in a light trance. The squirrel was going to say something that he had been turning over in his mind ever since Otto had suggested it to him at the meeting with Mr. Cutter. He assumed that his friends, his mustelid companion, and his fellow squirrel, both of whom he now felt quite close to, particularly Otto as he had helped him to hit the ground running in Cosnair, knew what he was about to make public. However, he knew that what he was going to announce would come as a surprise to most other creatures in the room The squirrel rapped his paw lightly upon the table-top, calling out clearly over the talk of the other beasts present.
"Erm, excuse me, could I have your attention for a moment, please? I have something that I would like to say, and it concerns all of you."
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Aug 4, 2009 14:37:43 GMT -5
Post by Ladorak on Aug 4, 2009 14:37:43 GMT -5
The room quieted down, and Otto stepped back, sweeping his tail behind him from where it had wandered around to in front of his footpaws. Most eyes turned to look at Sciurus, and Otto gave a nod to the crowd to confirm it was indeed an address of the gathered assemblage. Camille was one of those in the room, as was Philip Eglantine, the head of the Cordeliers Club.
The yellow eyes of Milton Dragonis fixed themselves upon the squirrel as well. Like a tower he stood amongst the gathered beasts, easily the largest in the room. He was keen on hearing the squirrel speak. He had heard that this rodent was quite the speaker, and being a gifted orator himself, the crocodile was all for hearing how this fellow revolutionary would do.
The chattering beasts who were still noisy in the back were promptly hushed and the whole room was silent now, others drifting in from the other vacated offices and rooms, including the Mayor, Jerome. He didn't need to stand up front, being a hare, he had ears large enough to easily pick up what Sciurus would be saying.
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Aug 4, 2009 16:47:37 GMT -5
Post by Carrow on Aug 4, 2009 16:47:37 GMT -5
Sciurus felt ever so slightly nervous, but then again, he had every right to be, as any creature would be slightly put off by dozens of pairs of eyes being focused on him.
"Now, as you may have heard, over these past few months, I have been having what you might call a crisis of confidence. When I first came to Cosnair, I knew absolutely nothing of what I was in for. I had heard of the Revolution, yes, but I hadn't realised that things had gotten to the point they were at at that time.
"As the months passed, and events began to snowball, I decided to become more familiar with the events that had occurred. and indeed, were occurring daily. I volunteered to join the Cordelier's Club, and while the meetings I attended over those next few months certainly helped me, I thought that I still didn't understand what was happening.
"I will raise my paw and admit that, at the march two months ago, I did the best that I could, which was nothing short of miraculous considering the circumstances in which I found myself. I almost gave in to the nerves that were building up inside, but I managed to hold myself together, at least until the meeting was concluded. Then, as my friend Otto Kurtz will know better than anybeast, I lost my composure.
"For the next two weeks, I seemed to drift through the daily routine, unsure of what to do next. Otto came up with a solution eventually, although, granted, he did have to coax me into going along with his plan. That night, my mustelid friend brought me to see a ferret, who shall remain nameless for the moment, and he set me straight, I can tell you.
"I don't think I have ever felt this passionate about our struggle before, and this brings me nicely onto the announcement which I want to make. An idea was planted in my head at that meeting. I have mulled it over in the weeks since it was presented to me, and I can say, with absolutely no doubt in my mind whatsoever, that I intend to run for a place in the Legislative Assembly.
"You all seem to think of me as a good speaker, yet I could name a few others who easily surpass me in that department. Nevertheless, I will admit I do have a certain talent for it, and now that the opportunity has arisen for me to put it to good use, I shall seize it with both paws and make the most of it. Thank you for listening."
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Aug 4, 2009 16:59:52 GMT -5
Post by Ladorak on Aug 4, 2009 16:59:52 GMT -5
Murmurings went up amongst the crowd now. There were some applause, but by and large the crowd started discussing things among each other, pointing up at Sciurus occasionally, some nodding, others wondering if he'd merely misspoke.
Otto came over to him, shook his paw but also his head. "Uh....while I may reflect the sentiments of many in the room.....I think it's safe to say that they're reaction is rather mixed because by and large...what's the point mate?" Otto asked in a low voice. "I wanted you to run back in June but....times have changed...if you haven't noticed." he looked about him, as if he were telling a secret, then down at Sciurus.
"The Assembly is shrinking daily, and there isn't a beast in this room that believes it's going to make it to it's next election in September. While this may have been a good idea a few months ago....now it's almost like what's the point you know? The Assembly itself might fall with the King. They barely have enough for a quorum right now, and are expected to shrink even further over the next few weeks before we make our move. By the time we DO make our move.....who would really want them around anyways? They're finicky and indecisive. Can't ever agree on anything. Best to get them out and go with Milton's idea....summon a new sort of convention as he put it and draft a new constitution....a NEW government."
He smiled now, in a tired manner. "I think your intentions of course are good...but I think you had bad timing with your announcement. Don't think many beasts in here care about the Legislative Assembly anymore. Besides we're all traitors now in their eyes....my arrest warrant is proof of that. Do you think you'd be any different after we make our move? All the more reason to get rid of them and get a new legislative body in.....and THAT one though I'd hope you would join." Otto said, giving him a wink. He had spoken low, so that only his words reached the squirrel's ears. Most everybeast else had gone back to what they were doing at this point.
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Aug 4, 2009 17:06:41 GMT -5
Post by Carrow on Aug 4, 2009 17:06:41 GMT -5
At that point, Sciurus honestly just wanted to disappear in a puff of smoke. Of course! Why, oh WHY had he not thought of this!?
"Forgive me, Otto. I was unaware of what had happened... what you mentioned, though, is quite attractive to me... to join a new legislative body would be the best option for me...," the mortified squirrel murmured. It was not just his fur that was red now.
"Please try and convince the others that I was acting with Rosferia in mind. You see, I did not know that the Assembly was on its last legs... let them know that I am still on their side, I was just... well, misinformed, I suppose you could say..."
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Aug 4, 2009 17:17:50 GMT -5
Post by Ladorak on Aug 4, 2009 17:17:50 GMT -5
"Well....misinformed or not it doesn't make any difference. I think what my friend MEANT to say!" Otto said, raising his voice now so that everybeast could hear him. "Is that IF the Assembly is allowed to survive the King's reign then he will be more than happy to run. Of course...if that hapless body of legislators does NOT.....then he will be running alongside not only myself but the likes of Paul Cutter, Camille Demarche, and I believe....Milton Dragonis."
The crocodile shook his head as heads turned to gaze at him. "Oh well...if I am elected I will serve, but please Otto....don't put the spotlight on me." he said, waving a leathery hand modestly. "I am but a servant of the nation, and would be more than happy to join your distinguished ranks in bringing about a POSITIVE change for once to this country. A change in the right direction!" he exclaimed, and this time the room DID clap almost unanimously.
"There, see? I don't think any of us would mind having you working alongside us to bring about these changes. It might become a great few years, wouldn't you say? You'd have excellent orators. I might not....think very highly of that crocodile...but he IS a very good speaker, I have to give him that." Otto didn't not like Milton...he just figured Milton's views were not his own. The crocodile seemed a bit conservative on things but could be an ardent supporter of others. He DID have a good idea in calling for a new convention of legislators.
"So there.....think I recovered for you." the otter said, winking again at his friend.
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Aug 4, 2009 17:32:14 GMT -5
Post by Carrow on Aug 4, 2009 17:32:14 GMT -5
"That is indeed what I meant to say, friends. Regardless of how things turn out, I do plan to run for some legislative body. The elections will no doubt be held soon after Augustine is deposed. Righto, I suppose I'd best prepare for them, then. I'll do my best, friends, don't you worry. In fact, I hope to see quite a few of you alongside me."
Sciurus sat down, sighing wearily. Well, a slip of the tongue aside, that had gone about as well as he had been expecting. The day had taken it out of him, but today's developments had also left him feeling strangely exhilarated. He was in the thick of it now, for better, or for worse...
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