Chapter 730. Their King Stands Up

“Since all are present, I will now announce the principal matter of the day.”

Leif VI sat at the central rostrum and spoke into the microphone.

Caitlin and the others stood below the dais, positioned to protect the King.

The chamber fell still, every ear straining for the King’s words. Leif VI continued, “In the name of the crown, I hereby formally declare the removal...”

He spoke slowly, pausing on each word, lending weight and severity to the moment.

Many members were taken aback. Why announce a removal at once, rather than first call for a vote?

They were braced to hear of the Queen’s abolition. No one expected the words that followed.

“...the removal of Maxwell from both his posts as Chair of the Army Commission and Minister of Justice.”

Silence crashed over the hall. It felt as if the air congealed and time stopped. People blinked and checked their own hearing.

The King had moved to strip Maxwell of both offices. Was this th