Yu Dynasty Yingdala (4338-4636)

[Wu Han]

CHANCELLOR DEVASTATED
Chancellor Zhang Zemin calls for a new era of civility and respect in light of late Chancellor Huang Zitao’s death.

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Chancellor Zhang Zemin sobbing in the National Conference later in the afternoon

April 29, 4299
[KAIHZHOU, SHU]: Chancellor Zhang Zemin was in tears this morning as he appeared in an exclusive interview with morning news in light of the passing of Huang Zitao, former Chancellor as well as leader and president of the Lotus Party. Zhang Zemin has been quiet as of late, avoiding the press and handing off important announcements to many of his close government ministers. Some speculated that he had fallen into a depression, while some speculated he was simply “taking time off”. It is clear now why Mr. Zhang has been so absent from the public eye. The interview was aired on every broadcasting station as well as online, and caught the attention of nearly every Indralan in their morning wake.

Zhang Zemin: Good morning my people, it is so pleasant to have you here with me. Last night at approximately 8:45 pm I lost a friend. I lost a confidant. We lost a national hero. Despite our differences you may be surprised to learn that Huang Zitao and I forged a great and vibrant relationship over the course of the past two years. This friendship was carved with the single strongest stone known to Terra – that is – the spirit of Indrala. Over the past two years, Mr. Huang and I discussed the future of our country, as well as the issues that haunt so many Indralans today. Together we drafted the budget that would become the Centennial Budget 4300, a modern and sophisticated restructuring of Indrala’s finances. Together we decided on the direction we would like to take the fifth republic, and he entrusted me to carry out his wishes as soon as the clock strikes 12:00 on January 1, 4300. Together, we healed wounds of past strife between Republicans and Lotusians. Together we discovered the key to life – friendship

*Zhang Zemin pauses to collect himself*

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Zhang Zemin: We must continue what Huang Zitao started. I must hold myself to higher standards - we all must do so. Our humanity is our greatest strength and our most beautiful character. Let us never lose the compassion we are gifted with - for life is far shorter than you perceive. I will stand up for my people. I will nurture my people. I will carry my people through thick and thin and never let my love for them go. I will never forget you Huang Zitao. We will never let you go.

SADNESS
After the interview, Zhang Zemin proceeded to attend the National Conference where Huang Zitao's death was announced by the speaker. His cries could be heard outside the chamber doors, and clerks were rushing up and down the aisles with tissues for all the members who were sobbing relentlessly. Huang Zitao's final bill - the "Fifth Republic Act" was announced on the floor to be voted upon. Unsurprisingly, the National Awakening Party was absent from the National Conference during the vote. After the proceedings Zhang Zemin retired to his office where he would spend the rest of the day.

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Zhang Zemin preparing to vote in favour of the Fifth Republic Act

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Originally posted by TreeHugger on 7 November 2017.