Chapter 256: Heart attacks and Lockstep

After the national anthem ended, a long and beautifully written speech was delivered by Alexander. A few of the attending citizens even cried, as the speech hit just the right notes for the citizens.

Immediately following the speech, Alexander stepped off the raised platform and into the car he had arrived in, which had been fitted with microphones on the roof as he stood the car's open sunroof.

The same thing was happening in the car behind him, but that one carried John, who was wearing his dress uniform.

The cars started and drove to the head of the parade formation, signaling the beginning of the inspection.

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