For a moment, the room was quiet as everyone thought about what she said. On the right side of the hall, a lot of people nodded their heads in agreement. Their faces were serious but determined. While Vice-Chancellor Henry leaned back in his chair on the left, his lips curled into a small grin. His followers whispered to each other, and it was clear that some of them were unhappy with Helen's ideas.
The murmurs grew louder until Minister Abbott raised his hand, commanding the attention of the chamber.
"Chancellor Helen," Abbott began in his steady, deliberate voice, "While your proposals is undoubtedly thorough but don't you think dedicating half of our military to fortify other provinces is… unnecessary?"