"Order!" Speaker Borko shouted for the sixth time. The result was in; there was naturally no point in further discussion, let alone fighting. All the councilors quieted down of their own accord.
Speaker Borko straightened his posture. Every camera present was trained on him as his aged yet charismatic voice summarized this grand occasion for the entire world.
"This nation has just carried out a major democratic exercise, perhaps the last one of this extraordinary era. Three hundred representatives from Asia, Europe, Africa, Oceania, the Americas, and even the already-destroyed Mu Continent have voiced the will of the people. We should be proud of this fact. Even in times of war, we believe that the people can make significant and correct choices.
"We not only have a parliamentary system, but when it comes to the question of governing this entire civilization, we also seek the people's wishes at the appropriate time. In this regard, we have fulfilled our duty.
"The people chose to execute the Twelfth Law-Ruler, and their will must be obeyed.
"I would like to thank everyone who shared my position in this vote, including all those who cast aside prejudice to express their faith in humanism. At the same time, allow me to congratulate everyone in favor of execution for their efforts and passion.
"This is not a decision to be taken lightly, and not merely because so many people of different backgrounds and experiences have offered so many arguments concerning its importance. Therefore, there should be no doubts about this result.
"The people have all witnessed the decision made by those who represented their will. But I wish to reiterate to the people that human civilization will surely survive this prolonged catastrophe.
"Furthermore, I hope that unfortunate little girl will not immediately face a cruel execution,