The uprising ended very quickly.
Gedell wasn't entirely satisfied with how it had gone, but it was all right.
It also caused quite a stir internationally.
The circles of the upper classes were actually quite small.
Whenever something happened, word spread within days.
Especially when it was an international affair.
The uprising had been brief, and it hadn't gone perfectly.
But the glory of the uprising would live on.
It was a landmark event, even if there had been a mastermind secretly pushing it along.
Handling the city's affairs would take some time, so Gedell decided to put his plans aside for now. Then he began giving speeches and spreading the word.
It didn't take long to handle the city's affairs, and the day of the speech soon arrived. Gedell stepped onto the podium.
The people of Kasaen City had gathered here.
The slaves—or rather, the formerly oppressed slaves.
"Citizens who yearn for freedom!"
"Greetings!"
It was a very ordinary opening, but the people cheered with joy.
This meant their uprising wouldn't be punished. And being called citizens meant they had a status now!
They weren't freemen, but citizens.
However, Gedell's next words left everyone at a loss for how to respond, and the crowd fell silent.
"And greetings to you, slaves."
Gedell smiled, then continued, "I come from a free nation, and I bring freedom."
"I'm glad to hear that the freedom fighters who rose up against oppression had the courage to resist."
"You are freedom fighters, noble people!"
"I'm sure you're all wondering what to do now that the uprising is over."
"Now, I'll tell you."
"The Northern Defense Treaty will be undertaking large-scale construction projects."
"These projects will need a great many people to take part."
"We'll adopt a new model to show the world how