State Opening of Parliament 2021

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Buckingham Palace
November 10 2021

It was early morning, but everyone was already busy for the final preparations before the ceremony. The country once again is showing its pomp and circumstance, and the elegance of the crown. King George looked out the window at the crowds that started gathering to see the procession.

GR: "It seems like there's still people that are interested in the monarchy."
PSS: "Don't worry about that sir, the entire country is still loyal to you despite the hurdles."
GR: "How are the plans for the wedding?"
PSS: "We are finalizing the plans, and will announce the event once everything is settled."
GR: "Good, I'm sure that will boost the people's confidence and loyalty to the crown."
PSS: "Surely sir, it'll be better than the recent issue with Queen Anastasia of Icholasen."
GR: "Let's just forget about that one now. Hearing that person's name just gives me a headache."

He then looks back at his Private Secretary to finish dressing up. Then, the Royal Family proceeds to the Dining Area for breakfast before waiting for the time to leave.

Black House
At the Black House, the Prime Minister prepares to leave in a procession. This was new, as he would usually take a normal car to the Parliament when he was in Downing Street. After a few moments, he takes the car and the parade began. The procession is joined by guards dressed in Oriental Uniform and was symbolic of the balance of power and friendship between Asia and Europe. Moments later, Simon arrived and proceeded to the Commons Chamber to join the regular proceedings.

Whitehall Street
At ten o'clock, the first of the processions begin. Labour MP James Morris is taken on a coach to Buckingham Palace as the ceremonial hostage. As tradition, this was done to ensure that the King returns safely after opening Parliament. The convoy composed of guards dressed in the redcoat uniform proceeds on a path lined by crowds watching as the Vice Chamberlain is taken to the Palace. Although this tradition seems frightening to some, the ceremonial hostage actually is treated like a special guest to the Palace.

Upon arrival, James is ceremonially handcuffed and escorted to a Guest Room in the King's Apartments. He's then uncuffed and served some food while a projector is set up for him to see and watch what is happening in Parliament during the State Opening.

Meanwhile, the King and the Queen prepare to leave for Hampton Palace. They are leaving the kids back in Buckingham Palace to ensure their safety. By 11 o'clock, the procession began. Guards dressed in different uniforms provide escort to the parade.

The regalia had arrived at the Palace 3 hours before the King's Parliament Parade began. Moments later, King George arrived and got out of the coach with Queen Katherine. They proceeded to the steps and into the King's Robing Room. There they wait for 12 o'clock to begin the ceremony.

Commons Chamber
In the commons, everything was normal. MPs were assembling just as a regular session of the Commons. They had a prayer and all the introductory rituals to begin the procedures. The only difference was that nothing is to be debated on that day except for the response to the speech.

King's Dressing Room
At 11:40am, the King emerges from the Robing Room wearing the Imperial State Crown and prepares to proceed to the Chamber of Peers. And at exactly 12 o'clock, the King and the Queen walk to the chamber and then sits at the throne.

Chamber of Peers
The ceremony began with the King's command to have the Lords seated. And then, King George signals the Lord Great Chamberlain to summon the Commons. He then raises his rod to signal Black Rod that the command has been given. At the central lobby, Black Rod walks and proceeds to the door of the Commons. And then, the door is slammed as symbol of the Commons' independence and freedom to legislate and govern in a democratic society. Then, Black Rod knocks at the peephole with the bottom edge of his rod three times and the door opened.

Chamber of Commons
Black Rod enters the chamber and the Chief Door-keeper shouts "Black Rod!" to introduce the visitor. Then, Black Rod bows at the line and then proceeds in front of the Speaker with the Sergeant-at-arms of the Commons to escort him.

BR: "Mr. Speaker, the King commands this honourable house (bows to the Government MPs and then the Opposition MPs), to attend His Majesty immediately at the House of Peers."
DS: "Good news, he's donating palaces to everyone"
MPs: "hear!"

The entire Commons giggled at the heckle as the Speaker proceeds to join the procession. Prime Minister Bridges and Opposition Leader Park join the procession and chatted along the way. Some MPs did not join, but many proceeded to the Lords with the rest of the Commons. The mace is then carried to the Lords at the beginning of the procession.

Chamber of Peers
Back at the Lords, the Commons start arriving noisily as tradition but then stops talking to listen to the speech. The Lord Chancellor delivers the speech to the King on a purse.

My Lords and Members of the House of Commons,
I look forward to visiting the United Duchies this month to celebrate the continuing good relations with their High Duke. I also look forward to visiting Inquista in February next year to talk with the Archbishop of the Inquistan Orthodox Church for the enhancing of religious dialogue with our fellow Christian brethren. And being present in March for the continual normalization of relations with the Kingdom of Spain.
My Government will continue to establish initiatives for the enhancement of national defense, as well as mutual aid with our partners and allies.
My Ministers will seek to conceptualize programs for the continued development of life in the country.
My Government will strive for creating new partnerships with our neighbors to sustain our growing economy.
My Government will study actions to bring the unemployment rate to absolute zero.
My Ministers look forward to a fair agreement between the Kingdom of Spain and the Federal Republic of Yosai on the territorial dispute in the Red Strait.
My Government will support the European Commission under Premier Commissioner Cikarova on their initiative of reforming the European Union to that which is more acceptable and respects the sovereignty of its member-states.
My Ministers will collaborate with regional partners in the country's efforts to fight climate change across Europe and the world.
My Government will continue the fight against international terrorism and piracy, including what is currently happening in the Caspian Sea.
My Government will begin the release of the Republic of Istkalen from protectorate status.
My Government will partner with Provincial Governments in the development of schemes for enhancing law enforcement across the country.
My Government will propose bills for easing the conduct of business and immigration in the country.
My Government will look into necessary amendments to the 2021 Constitution on matters relating to the structure of the administration.
My Government will continue its Build, Build, Build Program for the development of public transportation in the country.
My Government look forward to plans on the recovery of Copala City from the terrorist attacks prior to the exodus of extremist groups to Anastasia City.
My Government is committed to raising educational standards while respecting the abilities and limitations of our students.
Other measures will be laid before you.
My Lords and Members of the House of Commons, I pray that the blessing of Almighty God may rest upon your counsels

The King and Queen stand up and bow to both sides of the Lords before leaving the chamber. Then they proceed to the State Coach in the reverse order as the opening procession. And they left to return back to Buckingham Palace. The Commons then bow after the King leaves and returns back to their chamber.

Buckingham Palace
Upon arrival, the King takes the keys and ceremonially uncuffs James as he waits in the middle of the palace's quadrangle before he is transported back to Parliament via car. Both houses of parliament continue their normal business by starting to debate for a response to the King's Speech.

Later on, the King emerges at the balcony to greet the crowd that gathered in front of the palace before coming back after a flypast by the Red Arrows.