William Pitt Junior merely frowned slightly, gesturing for the court officials to close the enormous white windows before turning around to continue his discussion with George III on ensuring that the opposition party would not obstruct proceedings in Congress.
As for potential protests or even riots among the populace, he had long made the necessary arrangements and had no cause for worry.
In fact, the Security Committee had already mobilized 5,000 militia two months prior, stationed around London and awaiting orders.
The British militia was far from being a ragtag force — the militia in wealthy places such as London were equipped better than even the British Army.
During the early days of the United States, they emulated their old suzerain, disbanding the Continental Army and relying solely on their militia to wage their wars.
Sure enough, barely ten minutes later, rhythmic drumbeats could be heard from the north side of Downing Street.
