Chapter 4: Constitution & Officials Creation
Alexander read the mission and immediately understood the task as he was familiar with it. Each country has a constitution and a country couldn't exist without it. Well a country could exist but a state couldn't function effectively, and sooner or later, it would fall into anarchy. He wouldn't want that.
[Would you like me to provide you a template for your constitution?]
A floating message appeared before his eyes and Alexander curiously nodded his head in confirmation.
Then it appeared.
[Constitution of the Sovereign State of Valoria
Preamble:
We, the people of Valoria, under the leadership of our Sovereign Ruler, Alexander Herald von Triesenberg, establish this Constitution to ensure unity, strength, and prosperity for our nation.
Article I: The Sovereign Ruler.
Section 1: The Sovereign Ruler is the supreme authority of Valoria, holding ultimate executive, legislative, and judicial power.
Section 2: The Sovereign Ruler has the power to enact, amend, or repeal laws and decrees as deemed necessary for the welfare of the state.
Section 3: The Sovereign Ruler appoints all high-ranking officials, including ministers, judges, and military leaders.
Article II: The Legislative Assembly.
Section 1: The Legislative Assembly shall consist of 150 members appointed by the Sovereign Ruler.
Section 2: The Legislative Assembly's primary function is to propose and debate laws, which must then be approved or vetoed by the Sovereign Ruler.
Section 3: The Legislative Assembly may be dissolved at any time by the Sovereign Ruler.
Article III: The Executive Council.
Section 1: The Executive Council is composed of ministers appointed by the Sovereign Ruler, each overseeing a specific department of the government.
Section 2: The Executive Council implements the laws and policies decreed by the Sovereign Ruler and manages the daily operations of the government.
Section 3: The Executive Council is directly accountable to the Sovereign Ruler and may be restructured at any time.
Article IV: The Judiciary.
Section 1: The Judiciary is responsible for interpreting and applying the laws of Valoria, ensuring justice and order.
Section 2: Judges are appointed by the Sovereign Ruler and serve at his pleasure.
Section 3: The Judiciary operates independently but is subject to the overriding authority of the Sovereign Ruler.
Article V: Rights and Duties of Citizens.
Section 1: Citizens of Valoria are entitled to protection, education, and opportunities for advancement.
Section 2: Citizens have the duty to remain loyal to the state and the Sovereign Ruler, contributing to the nation's prosperity and security.
Section 3: Any act of treason or rebellion against the state or the Sovereign Ruler shall be met with the severest punishment.
Article VI: National Security.
Section 1: The Sovereign Ruler commands the military forces of Valoria, ensuring the defense and security of the nation.
Section 2: The military is obligated to protect the state, enforce laws, and maintain order under the direct command of the Sovereign Ruler.
Section 3: The establishment of a strong intelligence network to safeguard the state against internal and external threats is mandated.
Article VII: Economic and Social Development.
Section 1: The state shall foster economic growth through strategic planning, resource management, and technological advancement.
Section 2: Social development programs, including healthcare, education, and public welfare, shall be implemented to enhance the quality of life for all citizens.
Section 3: The Sovereign Ruler shall oversee all economic and social policies, ensuring alignment with the national vision.
Article VIII: Amendments.
Section 1: Amendments to this Constitution may be proposed by the Legislative Assembly but require the approval of the Sovereign Ruler to be enacted.
Section 2: The Sovereign Ruler reserves the right to unilaterally amend the Constitution as deemed necessary for the state's interests.
Article IX: Final Provisions.
Section 1: This Constitution shall be the supreme law of Valoria, and any laws, decrees, or actions contrary to it are null and void.
Section 2: The Sovereign Ruler is the ultimate interpreter of this Constitution.
]
Alexander reviewed the constitution, and he found it satisfying. And so he set it as the country's new constitution and the system message prompted again.
[Mission#6 Complete]
[Rewards: 100,000 people added to the population.]
As the system confirmed the mission's completion, the 'government structure' tab popped up and a new mission was added again.
[New Mission Alert!]
[Mission#7: Summon key people to fill up your legislative branch. You will need the following positions: President of the Legislative Assembly, Vice President, Majority Leader, Minority Leader, and 150 Assembly Members.]
[Rewards: 50,000,000,000 Treasury Funds]
Waving that notification away, Alexander focused on the government structure tab and there he finally knew its purpose. There he could see what and who holds a position in the government, and there is even a tab in it where it allowed him to autofill positions.
When he tapped on that autofill tab, a system displayed another interface, which showed the Legislative Assembly members, and there were all blanks. But there are positions and roles shown.
[President of the Legislative Assembly:
Position: President of the Legislative Assembly.
Role: Presides over sessions, ensures orderly conduct of debates, and represents the assembly in official functions.
Vice President of the Legislative Assembly:
Position: Vice President of the Legislative Assembly.
Role: Assists the President and steps in during their absence, manages internal affairs.
Majority Leader:
Position: Majority Leader.
Role: Leads the majority party, coordinates legislative strategy, and ensures party discipline.
Minority Leader:
Position: Minority Leader
Role: Leads the minority party, provides opposition to majority proposals, and promotes alternative policies.
Assembly Members:
Position: Legislative Assembly Members (150)
Role: Participate in debates, propose laws, and represent the citizens of Valoria.
]
[Would you like to autofill those positions with 1,000,000,000?]
Reading the message that came after the prompt, Alexander was shocked slightly. A billion treasury funds for a people to fill up those roles? But there is nothing to be shocked about in the first place as he remembered that he has a total of 15,000,000,000,000 funds. A billion wouldn't even dent the massive amount he possessed.
"Yes."
[Deducting 1,000,000,000 Treasury Funds.]
[Autofill in progress...]
The interface flickered as the names began to populate the previously blank fields. Alexander watched with keen interest as the key positions were filled with individuals who would soon shape the legislative future of Valoria.
[President of the Legislative Assembly:
President of the Legislative Assembly:
Thomas Richardson
Vice President of the Legislative Assembly:
Valerie Collins
Majority Leader:
Mark Anderson
Minority Leader:
Julie Carter
Assembly Members:
Claudia Johnson
Gavin Drummond
Olivia Martin
Andrew Stevens
Linda Peterson
... (and so on until all 150 names were filled)
]
[Mission#7 Complete]
[Rewards: 50,000,000,000 Treasury Funds added.]
[Current Treasury Funds: 15,049,000,000,000]
"Wait, that's it?" Alexander looked around, wondering where all these newly appointed officials were located. As if sensing his question, the butler cleared his throat to get Alexander's attention.
"Your Excellency, the members of the Legislative Assembly are currently in the Legislative Assembly Hall of the Volkshalle."
"Wait what?" Alexander turned around and faced the butler. "Wait you mean to say that in my residence, there is a Legislative Hall?"
"Yes, your excellency" the butler replied. "The Volkshalle is designed to house not only your private quarters and administrative offices but also the central hubs of governance, including the Legislative Assembly Hall. Would you wish to visit them?"
Alexander thought about it for a second and shook his head. "No, I'll meet them later. Do you have a name?"
"I have a name, Your Excellency, My name is Sebastian. But if you don't like my name, you can change it with anything you want."
Alexander hummed. "Hmm…I won't change your name. In fact, it quite suits you."
"Thank you, Your Excellency," Sebastian bowed reverently.
"Please do not bow, I am not accustomed to it…" Alexander said, beckoning him to raise his head.
"Your Excellency, you were a royalty in your country and yet you aren't accustomed to this gesture?"
"Well, I'm a bastard son who never received respect or recognition. In fact, I'm not even treated as a royal prince," Alexander replied bitterly, and Sebastian could sense his discomfort.
"I see, Your Excellency. Rest assured, you will receive the respect you deserve from your subjects here in Valoria."
Alexander appreciated Sebastian's words but quickly shifted his focus back to the system who already had another mission.
[New Mission Alert!]
[Mission#8: Establish the executive branch of Valoria. You need to appoint ministers for various ministries that will help you run your country.]
[Executive Ministries.
Vice President:
Chief of Staff:
Attorney General:
Ministry of State:
Ministry of Health:
Ministry of Education:
Ministry of Defense:
Ministry of Treasury:
Ministry of Interior:
Ministry of Agriculture:
Ministry of Commerce:
Ministry of Labor:
Ministry of Public Works and Infrastructure:
Ministry of Energy:
]
[Rewards: One Instant Gem.]