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The Prince has my answer.
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I have given him the reasons
why I cannot accept this offer.
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In the absence of an heir of my blood...
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our constitution gives me the right
to nominate for your approval...
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my successor.
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I believe that no one would
gratify your wishes better...
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than Prince Charles Gustavus.
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I am resolved, therefore...
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here and now...
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to place in your hands...
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my abdication from the throne of Sweden.
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Abdication?
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No, Your Majesty, no!
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Lord God, Madam.
What do you mean to do?
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It troubles us to hear you speak...
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of forsaking those that love you as we do.
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Can you be better than you are?
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You're Queen of all these countries.
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And if you leave this large kingdom,
where will you find another?
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Continue, good Madam,
as long as you live.
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And we'll do all we can
to help you bear the burden.
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Yes!
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I am grateful for your loyalty.
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But there is a voice...
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in our souls...
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which tells us what to do.
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And we obey.
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I have no choice.
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Here are the emblems of power...
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which herewith, I present to you
before God and mankind.