Opposition Voices

"The Ten Thousand Islands Kingdom, 180 votes in favor."

"The Sacred Co-Prosperity Kingdom, 223 votes in favor."

Leslie's voice echoed through the entire hall. When his words fell, the utterly exhilarated Chopper shot to his feet and shouted:

"Sacred Co-Prosperity Kingdom!"

The next moment, everyone in the hall rose, and a roar like crashing waves suddenly erupted.

"Sacred Co-Prosperity Kingdom!"

"Sacred Co-Prosperity Kingdom!"

At this moment, all the tension and oppression left behind by the corruption vanished from the hall, leaving only boundless fervor and anticipation for the future.

Roland was not surprised by this result. Although the Ten Thousand Islands Kingdom suited the current state of his territory well, the nonhuman races within the territory did not feel much attachment to it. On the contrary, as the former rulers of the Sea of Ten Thousand Islands, the Merfolk race might still harbor considerable resistance toward it.

The Sacred Co-Prosperity Kingdom, on the other hand, was undoubtedly more readily accepted by them. After all, whether Merfolk or Ice Elves, their primary reason for joining Roland was the continuation of their races.

With the support of the powerful nonhuman figures who controlled nearly half the territory's voting power, the Sacred Co-Prosperity Kingdom's victory was practically assured.

Under the gaze of hundreds, Roland's lips curled upward, and a brilliant smile once more appeared on his face as he slowly rose to his feet.

"Today, I make this promise: in my kingdom, whether you are human, sea god, Ice Elf, giant, or demon, you will all be treated equally and possess absolutely equal status and rights."

"I will also use my life to protect every subject willing to be loyal to me. Just as the words Sacred Co-Prosperity declare, I will lead you down the glorious path toward the sacred. One day, your