Concession Speech
I would like to thank for Juncker for his participation in this race and all the staff who helped run elections and count the votes. All of this is key to European Democracy. I think needless to say a full EPA term is not what I wanted or alot of nations wanted here but the majority did and thats what matters. I am proud still to have ran and got concessions in the EPA campaign including a concrete promise of 35 billion euros EDA budget which I am dissapointed wasn't a bigger promise but its better than it otherwise would have been. I do still believe it will prove necessary to have national offices, boards and allocations at that level of funding but I'll let this fact be found out through real world problems.

For now we must restructure and look at if we need to run next time and also make sure at the council Juncker is held to account. It is my understanding some councillors who supported me will only vote for a fully funded and spent budget that unleashes the full power of Europe. So congratulations to Juncker and I genuinely hope you do well since it is important for you to do so for the sake of the EU and its nations but I have one warning for you , we are watching for you to hit your promises , if we see a half used budget and massive surplus or ineffective management and lack of EDA budget being claimed we will hold you to account and call for the necessary changes to an allocation based system.

Thank you Europe and I wish you and Juncker the Best

Dear Aunt Lilibet,

It is with great pleasure that I receive your letter inviting both my wife, Queen Leticia, and myself on a State visit to the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland.

I am writing this telegram to accept that invitation, and to express our great desire and excitement to revisit a friendly country such as the United Kingdom. I hope that on this visit we will be able to honour together the memory of Uncle Philip, who left us a year ago, and for whom we had great affection and love.

I look forward to meeting you soon,

Felipe VI
King of Spain

Extraordinary Session of the National Imperial Council of the Empire of Inimicus

21st July 2022

Summary agenda:

9.30am: Opening statements, if any.

Followed by: Determination of the National Vote for Premier, Internal Affairs, and Foreign Affairs Commissioners of the European Union

Present: H.I.M. Artabanos, Vicarius Wilfred Cocx, Nicholas Benfield, James Cocx (Imperial delegates); Basil Lawson, Henman Vern (Centurio); Matthew Birch, Alaina Kaach (Domini); Simon Lane, Jeffrey Speller (Legati); Edmund Everett, Simge Galanth (Quaestoris); Edith Oxley, Ralph Jaevons (Rosarum); Charles Honeybourne, Hetty Tilki (Praestoris); Dilkes Ayla, Nazil Schout (Diutius); Christopher Strathclyde, Karen Smith, Boris Mancov, Sarah Gladwell (National Executive).

Absent: none

Wilfred COCX, Chair: "The Council shall come to order. Before us today is the determination of the National Vote for three members of the European Commission. Unless there are any Opening Statements, I suggest Councillors move to discussions on the choice before us."

Dilkes AYLA, Emperor's Finest: "Vicarius, with your leave -- I do not think any of us know the outcome of our decision for Premier Commissioner today, although perhaps our choice for Interal Affairs is more clear-cut. I am, myself, in doubt whether Jean-Claude Juncker will keep Imperial interests at heart, given his record of integrationism and European-level legislation. At the same time, Kühnert seems to be an un-nuanced choice, and his answer to everything appears to be national sovereignty. That, too, is not in the Empire's interests. I wonder what other Councillors' opinions are."

Jeff SPELLER, United Progressive Front: "I think, colleagues, Your Imperial Majesty, there is one large distinction between Mr Juncker and Mr Kühnert, and that is experience. Juncker, for all his integrationism which some at this table -- not I -- object to, has been a Commissioner in the past, he is a seasoned politician, and we know what to expect from him. That alone makes him win my vote."

Simon LANE, Centre-Conservative Union: "Yes, Juncker is experienced. He is. But experienced in what? What did he actually achieve during his terms in office? Barring, mind you, Eurorail, which indeed was more of a Reitzmic influence, I suspsect."

H.I.M. ARTABANOS: "Juncker can indeed be credited with Eurorail. But we know Kühnert values the rights of member states over those of the EU. Councillors, there must be other things to consider."

Christopher STRATHCLYDE, ind.: "I suspect I recognise the intent of His Imperial Majesty's comments, Councillors. Perhaps most importantly, far beyond the limitations of sovereignty vs integration, progressive vs conservative, there is a highly influential other factor. His Imperial Majesty has Juncker's ear. Juncker and the Emperor get along. That may be worth far more than talk about sovereignty or not. Having a Premier Commissioner that has rapport with Our Emperor is essential."

Simge GALANTH, Emperor's Finest: "A fair point, Lord Strathclyde. However, I suspect no one, not even His Imperial Majesty, would vote for an office as important as that of the European Premier based on rapport alone. Dinners and visits and cruise yachts are all well and good, but political intent is just as important."

Vicarius COCX: "With those concluding words, Councillors, I suggest we move on to our ballots."

RESULTS OF FORMAL BALLOT:

Ilmaras KALESSED Kevin COTILLA Total H.I.M. ARTABANOS 5 10 15 OTHER CLLRS 2 18 20

RESULTS OF FORMAL BALLOT:

Jean-Claude JUNCKER Calvin KÜHNERT Total H.I.M. ARTABANOS 8 7 15 OTHER CLLRS 11 9 20

COCX: "Very well, thank you, Councillors. I therefore certify that the Empire of Inimicus's votes for Internal Affairs Commissioner in the Summer 2022 contest are as follows: First preference, Kevin COTILLA; Second preference, Ilmaras KALESSED. I further certify that the Empire of Inimicus's votes for Premier Commissioner in the Summer 2022 elections are as follows: First preference, Jean-Claude JUNCKER; Second preference, Calvin KÜHNERT. Thank you again, Councillors. Council is adjourned."

Silas once again decided to study Areai's note as he seated himself on a sofa. Areai's message was confusing, yet also alluring and exhilarating. Areai often wishing that Silas never existed brought him a sense of joy and happiness, knowing that he occupied that sort of space in her mind. Since Areai was currently tucked away in rather unreachable whereabouts, Silas figured it was probably necessary to make use of Rikkalek's presence, and have Rikkalek relay his message back to her.

The Bishop Secretary pulled a black fountain pen from his suit jacket and penned a response on the back side of Areai's letter. Before Silas began writing, Emperor Artabanos came walking past him. Silas quickly lowered his head and intensely fixated his gaze on the letter, which he drew close to his face. Once Artabanos was gone, Silas quickly decided to write.

Josephine,

I am beyond atonement. My life has been nothing but a culmination of sickness and torment, and my soul has been rendered worthless a long time ago by the many unforgivable acts that I have committed. There is no saving me.

Instead, I must be punished. I am a monster that must be broken, and you must be the one to do it. By punishing me, you will do a great good, and you will cleanse yourself. Liberate yourself from the chains that you have described, and come find me, and come hurt me. You must wreck me, body an soul, so that you can become good again, and so that you can become whole again. If I am not ruined, then I shall ruin others. Please, you must.

Yours faithfully and entirely,

Silas

Once he finished writing his response, Silas tucked the letter back into the envelope and made his way around the yacht to where Rikkalek was seated. Silas dropped the envelope on Rikkalek's lap and knelt down beside his chair. "Please return this to her. It's of utmost importance."

Silas slung himself back up and ruffled Rikkalek's hair with his left hand, before then giving him a slight pat, as if he was a pet. The Bishop Secretary returned to the couch and then began to count the guilders that he was bribed with by Artabanos. Realising that Artabanos had not returned from the bathroom, Silas decided to get up and find him.

The Bishop Secretary walked into the bathroom to find the Inimican Emperor studying himself in a mirror. Silas announced himself so as to not disturb the Emperor too harshly.

"Artie," Silas declared. "You are too generous."

Silas waved the guilders in his hand. "You have my discretion. Glad to know that we speak the same language. Just know that I am a big fan of your work. You have no idea how much money I've been investing in companies that hinged on the success of this canal. For that, I must thank you.

I am also a big fan of your other work, although, sometimes, you are too forgiving with those who cross you. Don't be afraid to be dirty, Artie. If you ever need more loyal men to do some housekeeping, let me know.

Anyways, I wanted to speak to you in regards to that uranium you mentioned. I know that this might not be the right time or place, but it is best that we discuss it in person. I am not the paranoid type, but it is best that we keep our communication as private and minimal as possible."

Siled smirked before continuing. "As you know, our friends in Czech Slavia will be developing nuclear weapons. What's more is that it should be in your best interest that Inimicus develops more nuclear weapons as well. I am sure I can find a way to have the Archbishop give a resounding 'yes' to any request that you make to the ENAA. The future is truly nuclear, isn't it?

Expanding and opening more uranium mines in those mountains would be quite lucrative. We should make sure this opportunity is seized, shouldn't we?"

Silas then returned the guilders from his hand to Artabanos. "Consider this an early investment. I am more than happy to fund any further uranium mining projects in Inimicus. I heard the market dividends for the mining industry can be quite good, so who knows, maybe you should look into going into business there? I'll pass the information of some good investment banks your way. If you also happen to award any contracts to my Inimican friends, then remember that I am a giving philanthropist, and that the Artabanos Foundation could receive some additional financial support."

The Bishop Secretary smiled and bowed slightly, turning, ready to walk out of the bathroom, before then turning around again. "Oh, and as an aside, I wanted to let you know that the Port of Saint Dominico is a good entry point to the markets of Central Europe and the Mediterranean. It'll be more than ready to accept and help distribute as part of any supply chain if you increase export capacity in uranium, gas, or any other commodity. The port is very secure, and Kligenberg Industries controls most of it... but sometimes things slip through. Some of the workers at the port don't have very good vision, as part of an affirmative action campaign to hire the less abled, of course, and so sometimes, things that shouldn't be legally trafficked, make their way through anyway. Just something to note, I suppose."

Silas winked and exited the bathroom, prowling around the yacht to find another glass of something to drink.

Sovereignty and Imperialism

Dear Europeans,

In our Union, there is a division between exploiters and exploited. The exploiters form a hegemonic circle, which seeks to export its own culture and economic system to all others. Through the mechanisms of power in our Union it accomplishes this, quietly forcing deregulation, quietly forcing conformity, in the name of progress and advancement. There is a need to combat this issue. The road is more difficult than it once looked to me, an arduous path, surrounded by mirages which once seduced even me - but I remain faithful that we may soon reach the end.

Here, my friends, are my proposals:

Strictly enforce legislation regarding agencies. Most of these, taken literally, provide for great decentralization - the issue has not been the legislation itself, but rather the way in which agency directors interpret them. I will keep a close eye over them all to ensure that they are not overstepping their mandate or the budget they have been given, as well as to ensure that they are cooperating with national-level agencies to the maximum level.

Continue work on the democratization of aid and research. At some point, I reached the conclusion that the only model was to structure these as cooperatives - but this is now clearly false to me. Such a path is not viable and in reality is a form of imperialism in itself. Instead of imposing my own vision wholesale, I will open a discussion with the Council on the issue, and work cooperatively to reach a model in which the self-determination and independence of nations is protected, a model which ensures maximum participation and encourages self-sufficiency and auto-development.

Continue work on the issue of cultural flexibility. To reach a single formula for such a thing is difficult - there are always exceptions, always loopholes which may be exploited - but I remain convinced that they may be overcome. I will formulate, clearly, my basic thoughts and ideas on the issue, which I have been collecting for the past few months, present them to the Council, and begin a discussion on the issue in order to create a functioning model which genuinely protects the cultural independence of nations.

With that, my dears, I sign off.
Ilmaras Kalessed

2nd Rally
July 8th, 2022
Forecoaster, Elthize

Kevin decided to make a stop at Leagio's neighbor of Elithize in its city of Forecoaster, where he was told would next best place to stop at for his campaign through the European Union. The people were nice and curious about this Senator from their neighboring country running for the position of Internal Affairs Commissioner of the EU Commission. He stood up on the podium as he gave his speech to the neighbors of Leagio. The reason for him choosing the city was that it was known for having a moderate position on the political spectrum, which is where Kevin falls into not only within his own country's political spectrum but also within the spectrum of the Progressive Alliance Party.

"People of Forecoaster and the people of the State of Elthize, let me say that I thank you for allowing me to visit your great nation and witness the many sites that you offer as a neighbor to my country. For many years our trees have had a positive and fruitful relationship and where we enjoy the benefits together in being part of the European Union. On two countries work together and ensure that only the liberties of our peoples are protected but the livelihoods that our people live is maintain under the governments of both our administrations. Both of our presidents met each other with a common goal to establish good relations with good economy with each other as neighbors."

The crowd clapped in agreement with Kevin as he continued to speak.

"Not long ago your nation joined mine into the European Union on the idea of ensuring quality, prosperity and liberty. I can gracefully say that with the current benefits you have achieved that. You rose your heads up high and reach for the stars in aspirations of becoming a member of the union, but you still have been asking more from the current leadership in the European Union's commission who has failed to work with your government that you have elected and failed to come up with methods as well as solutions that benefit you, the people of Elthize. The European Union's commission has not been working day and night for you and proposing legislation and solutions that align with your aspirations 100% of the time and for the example of the current internal affairs Commissioner, never once has she worked to provide legislation that ensures that the commission is stable, functional, and is able to actually function within a democratic society that we live in as people of this 21st century. We need new leadership within the European Union commission and I am willing to provide that leadership to you as a candidate for the internal affairs commissioner with coordination and support from Premier Commissioner candidate Juncker. The European Union commission needs to show responsibility to you the voters of this union and they definitely need to invite you to stability that fits your aspirations as a nation of this community. Democracy can only work when there is stability because instability and the inability to cooperate with governing will lead to nothing but tyranny."

Kevin looked around and select many of the crowd shook their heads up and down in agreement with his words and even cheered loudly with various words that supported the ideas of liberty, stability, and democracy.

"To bring the situation closer to home, never once has current internal affairs Commissioner offered to help you the members of this European Union in your situation with the unbearable heat and AC crisis that is plaguing your homes. Never once has she directly been in touch with your government to at least be informed about the situation and asked if any help could be needed from the European Union's commission. A truly elected internal affairs Commissioner is supposed to be concerned with the affairs going on within the member nations of this community but not in the way to dictate what they can do; instead, the internal affairs Commissioner is supposed to act as a mere between all member nations and as a provider of any assistance and its member nations needs from the European Union's commission. If I am elected as the internal affairs Commissioner of the European Union, I will work day and night with your government, if they wish, and helping any way possible to resolve the AC crisis that your nation is currently facing and any other issues that you need help from this community."

The crowd went ecstatic as they began to cheer even louder than before and began to chant Kevin's name. Shouts of of liberty, stability, and democracy continued throughout the remainder of the event as Kevin Cotilla went down to the audience to talk to as many potential voters that want to tell him their stories and their issues revolving around the European Union, especially on what they think should be done to help their nation in this crisis.

Rally 4 - Duxburian Union

9th July 2022
Dairghazburo

Jean-Claude Juncker arrived at the Duxburian Union, a country that he had had several difficulties when trying to connect with in his campaigns. However, his agenda being clearer, realistic and moderate, and the advantage of experience, have him some extra knowledge about how to treat the Duxburians, who knew him pretty well. He knew what he had to do, he just needed to keep his line and exact about the proposals he wanted to push forward if he got the Duxburians' trust and vote.

He and his team arrived to the place that was holding the rally, where a large crowd had gathered, with their origin being as diverse as the Duxburian Union itself. Trumpets by Jason Derulo played as Juncker made his way to the crowd, cheered by the crowd and waving the attendants, shaking their hands. He then applauded them back, the song ended and he took the floor with a single objective. Convicing one of the most important nations to vote for him.

"Good evening Duxburian Union, and thank you for your warm welcome! Before I start, I would also like to say hello to the people from Yosai and Reitzmag, countries we are visiting through our campaign hologram; as well as to the poeple watching it through the livestream my team has organised. It is an enormous priviledge to be in your country today.

Throughout these months, the Duxburian Union sentiments have been ignored by an European Commission that has done nothing for change, whose members have not accomplished most of the promises they made. You once aimed for an European Union that was united in diversity, but all these new commissioners brought was less union and more borders between us. You might be asking yourselves right now: 'why should I trust you, Mr. Juncker?', or, 'why should we trust any candidate for the European Commission at all?' Well, it is about the person running rather than the Eurogroup they run with. When I was the Internal Affairs Comisssioner of this region, I delivered what I promised and the people of Europe, like you or any Yosaian watching this rally right now, could trust me and send me their requests if they needed it. Europe does not need commissioners that promise a lot and do nothing, they need fully committed people that we know they will work for us, the European citizens, and for our interests. Sadly, there is only one candidate running for thimeosition that fulfills those things, and that is me. If you expect another candidate to do this, you can stop think about it, that is not a possibility. Just look at Biden, he is the perfect example of what to avoid, a candidate that promises a lot but then does nothing.

(An applause took place)

But now, let's get into what matters, the proposals I would love to implement during these four months in the European Union. Today, I would like to explain and speak about two different proposals that I have on my agenda. First of all, I would like to speak about the one that, in my opinion, matters the most to all the Duxburians, and that is guaranteeing the cultural and economic sovereignty of every member state. Many people usually understand this as removing power from the European Union, but the fact is that before these sort of candidates appeared, we all lived in peace and harmony and the Union did not have these problems at all. My first compromise is that no more European integration will take place during these four months if it depends of me, so we can make the European Union to mean something for everyone, protect its citizens' interests and also your cultural and economic sovereignty. If you fear that I am going to propose pieces of legislation that will change the way your Government runs the economy, or your culture to westernalise it, you are wrong. A Juncker Premiership will not only protect these things, but also the Duxburian citizens interests in the European Union. And, to be honest with you, I am the only candidate who is running for Premier that has guaranteed this very critical point, so if you want this things to be protected by the European Commission, then I am the only choice you have for this to become a thing.

(A big cheer and another applause happened in the place where the rally was being held)

Secondly, I would like to speak about the European budget, that will have to be done in this term that will begin as soon as this election finishes. Let me be very clear with what I would like to do with the European budget, as someone has not yet got the message clearly or just does not understand my English accent, which could be comprensible at some point (the crowd laughes). If I win this election, the budget will be increased, but I will not risk to give a exact number of how many millions will be given to the European Development Agency, however it will be enough to give aid to big projects, keep the Future Initiative Allotment and keep the budget stable and safe from risks. The last time I looked at the data reported by the European Central Bank, the budget would now rise up to 102,131,129,244.37 euros. Therefore, I can promise at least 35 billion euros for the EDA without being wrong, nevertheless I am not a fan of doing maths without the whole data available. What is the point of promising 60 billion euros without knowing what the final contribution amount will be? If we want to promise billions, we need to set a minimum, and then time will tell. During this campaign I have defended the necessity of good judgement when running for a Commission seat, and it is also one of my values. Therefore, I will keep it until the very end of my political career, by not promising things that I will then not be able to accomplish because of the situation or because it would be damaging for the European Union.

(A thunderstorming applause took place)

Ladies and gentlemen, we are now getting to the end of this rally, but I would like to thank you for hearing what I have got to offer. I have got a message for the people of Azrekko, to whom I promise that the European Commission will be willing to help them if they need more funds from the EU to fund their project, and to the Duxburians, I am the candidate that will protect everything you have fought so hard to keep as it was for years and years. We can achieve these things, and I hope that you choose to unveil the Power of Europe, that you choose the alternative to the drift we have had to bear for these months of inaction. You have the chance to change that, and I trust you will.

Thank you very much, and good night!"

(A massive applause took place, with Juncker waving the crowd. The rally ended)

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Buckingham Palace

The palace service staff made sure everything was perfect. It had to be because a state visit was occurring. The General Secretary of Yosai was coming. The Queen walked around the 1844 room with William and Katherine also there with Charles.

John Peter Key said "I can definitely sign the agreement. It will have to be voted on in parliament but I cannot see anything they would not vote for in the agreement.Hopefully we can move on from the rocky times going forward." He looked forward to more warm and friendly relations with this former steadfast ally.He shook hands and prepared for the public press appearance.

Name of performer:UB40
Nation:United Duchies
How many weekends:
Songs:Red Red Wine, One in 10 etc

Name of performer:The Killers
Nation:United Duchies
How many weekends:
Songs:Human, Mr Brightside, Smile Like you Mean It, Somebody Told Me

Name of performer:Frank Turner
Nation:United Duchies
How many weekends:
Songs:The Gathering,Get Better,I Still Believe,Peggy Sang the Blues,If Ever I Stray,Mittens

Name of performer:The Tiger Lillies
Nation:United Duchies
How many weekends:
Songs:Bully Boys,Is that all there is,Jack,Go,Crack of Doom,Bangin in the Nails

Nation/organisation: Clan Democracy of Strathae
Number of Attendees: 2
Name(s) of Attendee(s): Moira Dubhshlin MacPheadair(High Chieftain) and Blánaid Ní Macháin Peine(Ambassador)
Mode of arrival to North Diessen: Plane

Dietary requirements (if any): Vegetarian
Requested Apéritif(s):-

Aguilar listened to the proposals of the Caribbean nations, taking notes and acknowledging their concerns and ideas to improve their region and the quality of their citizens' lives. Spain was the main partner and probably the only country that cared about the Caribbean, the link that was used by many people from both countries to connect with their European brothers and sisters. Furthermore, that link was quite a few years old, as it went back to centuries ago. Nofoaga, Gadalland and Spain had always been friends, and that would keep going for the years to come.

"As you both know, and especially you Lula, one of the principles of the Spanish Armed Forces is helping people when in need, make them feel safe in whatever situation they find theirselves into. The volcanic eruption your country suffered taught us many things, and civil protection training courses are a great idea to prepare people for the worse of the situations. The Spanish Army is willing to give those courses, and I would like to propose the creation of a Civil protection unit formed by unemloyed trainees that are willing to serve Nofoaga. The Spanish Government will be willing to assume the cost of their salary if needed, without generating any debt to Nofoaga or Gadalland, if Guthrun wants to join the programme as well.

Concerning the Caribbean Transatlantic Fund that you have proposed, Guthrun, I must confess I feel honoured for such offering. Spain is willing to contribute to the fund, again, without causing any debt to your economy or the Nofoagan economy; as my Government feels that somehow we need to contribute for using land that is owned by Nofoaga for the protection of both countries and their interests. If both of you are willing to accept that, I can give you my word that the first contribution to said fund will be done on August 1st, 2022; without any delay. I am also glad about hearing that you accept Mr. Brown's offer, here you have his phone number. You already have it, right Lula?" Aguilar then gave a little white card to Guthrun Wond, in which the phone number of General Brown was written.

"Moving on, I would like to speak about the upcoming challenges for your countries. How many of them do you expect to face during the next months? In my case, I have been following with interest the integration process that both of you have been going through the last months, which is truly admirable. When it comes to Spain, after we have finally been able to sort out all the crisis we had, I now face several difficulties within the boundaries of my country, trying to complete the "autonomization" of my coun try. Despite the effort made by many of my predecessors, a wide number of 'autonomies' have not yet completed the process to become proper autonomies, but they are rather pre-autonomic states."

The PM responded "Of course as long as such regulations don't specifically target the other countries companies that would be fine as its simply meeting national legislation and requirements and is also required of the domestic companies to keep the playing field even , after all trade to be fair must make sure the playing field is level. This wouldn't for instance stop you from requiring public funds be spent with your own companies for instance or local companies to the public spending. I am sure we can agree on this.The only other major thing would be details of the visa free agreement I am suggesting it be 90 days for citizens of our nations between our nations and your citizens get to use our priority lines in airports, ports and stations in return for Duchians using your priority lines"

Jorge was a driver for the Spanish secret service, the Centro Nacional de Inteligencia. He did not know that the person he would be driving today, would once again be his worst nightmare. He was told to drive to Adolfo Suárez-Madrid Barajas Airport, where a special guest he would have to take to the Palacio de la Moncloa would arrive. During his first journey, he started to think about who that important guest could be: - maybe Ms. Kligenberg? Emperor Artabanos? Nah, he hasn't exited Inimicus for a while now. Simon, the baddie, Bridges? He is coming soon, why would he land in Madrid? - He was reflexive, trying to guess...

Niinisto's plane arrived from the north, and when Saulli entered the car, Jorge could not believe: "Welcome dear guest, I hope you have a nice journey-", he said before realising who his guest was. "Oh, Mr. Niinisto, nice to see you again! I have been told you liked this armoured Mercedes S Class, so I have chosen this on purpose! I hope our journey is great". The motorcade made its way towards the Presidential residence, where the Spanish President was waiting for his guest. He came out of the Consejo de Ministros building, and stood over the 4 steps that led to the little porch of the building. The motorcade came to a stop, and both leaders shook hands. Jesús smiled, and welcomed Saulli: "Mr. Niinisto, welcome to Spain! Have you had a pleasant journey?", he asked.

Both entered the Palace, and after some pictures were taking by the press that was covering the event, they were left alone. "Well, here we are once again! Would you like something to drink?", he asked to start the summit in a good way.