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nChapter 256: Objection from Flamia

nCharles rearranged over a hundred countries into five states, and five previous presidents were to be the governors of these states.

nHe left the other announcements to Henry and Gordon. They covered everything from state affairs to individual household matters.

nAfter thousands of regulations were announced, the world was officially united. Instead of over a hundred countries, there was only one country now. The country of Moon!

nThe only president on Earth would be Charles Chow, the Moonian president!

n“Why can’t Flamia be a state? We Flamians are very tough, too!”

n“The decision is so biased. It sounds like child’s play! I won’t accept it!”

n“No matter how the new regions are arranged, Flamia has to be a state. If not a big one, we can live with a small one, too. Why are we a region only?”

n“Why can’t we own guns? What if someone comes into my house without my permission?”

n“That’s right! I don’t feel safe without my gun! I won’t hand it out!”

n“I don’t want to learn their language! Why is the Moonian culture the main subject at school? I’m going to fail!”

n“We’re managed by our own states. Why are there still so many rules?”

n“I don’t want to join Moon anymore. I think we should vote again. I’ll definitely vote against joining Moon this time.”

nMany people couldn’t stand all the rules. It was too much for them. Their original countries didn’t have so many regulations. The new laws came so suddenly that they couldn’t adapt to them right away.

nFacing the change, many people missed their old system. They were used to their original regulations. That habit couldn’t be changed overnight.

nSoon, a Flamia user started a new vote. Hundreds of millions of people voted in less than an hour.

nSome people believed they could get used to the Moonian management style.

n“I think Moon has the best system!”

n“We can’t own dangerous weapons. Isn’t that a good thing? I can avoid being held at gunpoint!”

n“That’s right. If someone broke into your house, I’m sure the Moonian authority will take care of it for you. Don’t worry!”

n“We’re all Moonians now. Isn’t it necessary to learn the official language?”

n“I think studying the Moonian language is going to be very interesting. How can you look away from such a fascinating culture? I can’t believe you people!”

n“That’s right! Why are you starting this vote? You’ve confirmed your choice already, but you’re going back on your word now. That’s just ridiculous!”

n“I think these people must be the ones that insulted Mr. Soan in the beginning! They never learn!”

n“I agree. I hope they get banned!”

nSuch criticisms soon drowned the opposers’ voices.

nJoining Moon was a good thing, and the new Moonians should learn the Moonian rules. It was a reasonable thing to do. Why did so many people regret it?

nMoreover, the Moonian rules were all fair and considerate. Hand over all the guns and let the country ensure their safety. Wasn’t that a good idea?

nGuns were expensive when individuals were allowed to purchase them. Ordinary and poor families couldn’t afford them. Because of that, there was nothing they could do even when their homes were invaded.

nOnly rich people could have guns. That was very unfair.

nIt was a good thing that nobody could carry a gun now.

nThe new vote didn’t stop because of the criticisms though. The argument continued, and the two sides even wanted to fight one another in person.

nSuddenly, all the news and comments concerning the vote were completed. Charles posted another announcement.

n“All the decisions are made after careful consideration. The union of all the countries went through a vote and was decided by over a hundred countries. All the heads of states have agreed to it.

n“Once the decision is made, no one can change it. It’s a national and global matter. Be serious about it! Anyone mentioning dividing this country will be convicted!”

nCharles’s video immediately became the featured video on all websites. The five governors also shared it and said that they agreed with President Chow.

nThey knew where their future lay. Charles was going to be their only president.

nAs a result, the objections were soon silenced. Of course, there would always be people who wouldn’t be threatened. For instance, Murai of Flamia.

nHe wrote, “Why should we listen to Moon? Why can’t Flamia be the one who unites the world? What does Moon have that we don’t? Our women are lovely! We should be the country that unites the world!”

nMany other people chimed in. They believed nothing would happen when everybody was in it. Although Charles had made it clear that anyone who brought up this subject would be convicted, they believed with enough numbers on their side, they wouldn’t be convicted.

nYes, they already knew a lot of people agreed with their opinions. With the right leader, it could become a powerful force. Murai had made a good start for them.

nThey thought they couldn’t be convicted because they had only been discussing what Murai said. They believed with enough support, they could change the fact that Moon had united the world.

n“That’s right. Why the Moonian president? Why can’t he be from any other country?

n“I agree. The Flamian president will be perfect for that job!”

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