Back at Seoul, Choi Han Na, Lee Hon Kil and Kim Hyun Nee just arrived at their office after staying 2 days at the Virtue Island. For some reason, when they entered their office they felt more tired than they have been, working for a one week straight has never been these exhausting than meeting the Virtue Financial top echelon. But thankfully their meeting has brought them some closure to their sponsor. And that is, Virtue Financial isn’t just some rich everyday company that were filled with endless greed. Rather it was a scary powerhouse that had enormous force that can bend anything to their will, and what they were after, Is not something that Lee Hon Kil and Kim Hyun Nee could understand.“FUAH!!…ah finally comfort of a sofa….geez…I never felt these comfortable sitting on a cheap sofa like the ever before….”. (Lee Hon Kil)Lee Hon Kil clearly looking lively than he was when they were on the island. The second he sat down it was as if he felt like he can fall asleep safely like it
When presented with an opportunity, every opportunist will always takes it. When the questions were asked to Choi Han Na, naturally her answer would be an absolute yes. That night marked the moment, where The Unified Youth Party started their campaign in the Elections, and they have started with a loud bang and vocal opinions. For 3 days straight they news of Minister Choi Han Na, Minister Lee Hon Kil and Minister Kim Hyun Nee forming a new political party were out, they name their party the Unified Youth Party, the name was appropriate as all 3 of them were considered very young in the political world.Oddly, unbeknownst to many, even to the left and right wing party they cannot figured out as to why, these Unified Youth Party become so well known in a short spans of time. Everything that they do, no matter where they go, the medias and the internet will follow them, releasing every single statement that they made. Every single moment that they were outside campaigning, moving about
In a matter of seconds, Candidate Man Bong Sun campaign were thrown into disarray, the seconds they tries to attack the Unified Youth Party leader, Choi Han Na campaign. With slanders, they were getting repercussion that seemingly coming out of nowhere, which paralyzes everything they had. From their contact list that they can call to explained their story, the reporters that used to worked with his campaign all suddenly back away from them. Their social networks account got freeze, every single one of them, from Candidate Man Bong Sun account down to his last staff members. On top of that they entire internet and the entire Korea also now witnessing his embarrassing moments, perhaps a criminalize moments of his life.The very hidden secrets that he has that he was sure no one would ever founds out about it, not even his closes aide or even his family would know about, Is now out in the air. The seconds he saw the news articles and the videos of his humiliating actions were plastered
One thing that President Mies has reminded Choi Jin Su, is about Kim Hyun Nee secret lover boy that she kept on her side. President Mies Sai, didn’t really say much about what she had to do about it, but rather to make sure, no matter what, these little secret cannot be used as a weapons by anyone. Hence the brightest thing to do is simple, which is make sure that it would not become a problem at all, Choi Jin Su are willing to go as far as making these particular lover boy disappears entirely should he become a problems. The only issues now, is that Kim Hyun Nee has been rather avoiding these particular discussion.“About that, Director…me and my team could not do much of anything…Minister Kim Hyun Nee still hasn’t acknowledge a single thing about him…nor makes any decisions…but for now, we have been keeping eye on the Idol boy…he seems to be obedience at the moment…keeping his mouth shuts..”. (Park Min Su)Park Min Su and the entire enforcement squads of Risk Management Department,
“…Sir,..”. (Butler Bang)“Come in...”.“Sir, Your Coffee…And here’s the document sent by Director Choi Jin Su…it arrived just now…”. (Butler Bang)“Ah…thank you…nowadays…even though just sending a documents through online is easier…it seems that our Director Choi Jin Su…still having a hard time to do it the easy way…”.It has been a week after the official campaigning weeks have been going on, all over the country the politician has been rapidly doing their campaign, spreading their promises to wins their voters votes. Meanwhile for me, I just mostly spend my time in my mansion, and in my study doing every single plannings, decisions and works plans for Virtue Financial for an entire year. Naturally at times, when ever I got my breaks I spend all of them with Hwang Hwa Young, as a bubbly girl that she is, it was never a dull moment with her. These afternoon, the same as every other day before, Director Choi Jin Su, would send her department progress report on our Presi
What Butler Bang were saying were true, the reason as to why Kim Hyun Nee seems to be very reluctant to make decision about her lover boy is because she is actually love the boy, well, in all honesty, the boy isn’t really a boy, he is a man, named Park Kyung Tae, an obscure Idol and also an aspiring actor. Park Kyung Tae is actually a very good looking person, although he wasn’t really popular, he still have his own fans and his career is actually quite stable, despite his pays wasn’t high, he’s always have works to support himself. Come from a middle income family with both parent’s still alive and 2 younger sisters.Park Kyung Tae and Kim Hyun Nee meet at an event 5 years ago at an event, since then they have been together in secret. At that time Kim Hyun Nee were already married with a husband that constantly and openly cheating on her, she cannot abandoned her husband as her in law family were funding her campaign from the start of her career. So in another words the relationship
“...About K Group Holdings…I can’t do much about them…nut about Park Kyung Tae and Kim Hyun Nee…sure…I’m not going to harm them….Sure…we can makes thing better for both of them…I’ll tell Choi Jin Su to do just that…”.Butler Bang were relief to hear that I am willing to hear and accept his opinion. But for some reason, he is still hasn’t moved from standing right in front of me, and still serving the cakes in a very depressing way.“…sure, I do it myself…”.“Oh~ thank lord~…I knew you were a good man, Sir…as always…Hohoho…”. (Butler Bang)“Sure..sure…Prepare the car and the Helicopter…I going there now…oh, as usual…there will be more shipments coming…make sure to put everything at the warehouse as always…there will also be cars and possibly a tank coming as well…do the same to it…”.“I understood, Sir…I will make sure everything went as always…don’t worry about everything here…just go out there and make the love story comes true!…”. (Butler Bang)I waved him goodbye as I left m
Back at the Virtue Financial Asia Headquarters in Seoul, currently the floors where the Risk Management Department were one were in constant move, everyone were busy handling every single matters to make all the plans regarding the Elections proceeds smoothly, there were a number of crucial things they have to maintained and take care off. Also since the Risk Management Department has been recently promoted from just a small secret team, and now to an official one of the main department essentials to all Virtue Financial foundations. They have gotten themselves more budgets and priorities and their office has been expand from occupying a single floor all the way to now having 5 floor for themselves.From the employee of just 50 peoples, now having almost 1000 people and in these branch of headquarter alone, they have 300 people working on it, 200 of which are the specialist on their own fields. One of the largest team in the Department is the Observation and Monitoring Team, their tas
Duke Clarence and his companions exchanged glances. The idea of a nobility focused on economy and culture rather than ruling and taxation was unthinkable in the Dukedom of Angela.At that moment, Countess Vivian Lancaster, a noblewoman from Aeternum’s east, approached the group with a knowing smile. “And you should know, Duke Clarence,” she said smoothly, “there is far more wealth and prestige in industry than in ruling over struggling farmers.”She produced a document, sliding it across the table. It was an investment portfolio—Aeternum Nobles had turned entire mountain valleys into profitable spa resorts, old castles into boutique hotels, and hunting grounds into elite golf courses.Marquis Alistair leaned forward, his eyes widening at the immense profits outlined in the reports. “By the heavens… you’re making millions in mere months,” he whispered.Viscount Lionel nodded, clearly enjoying their shock. “And it is all because we embraced progress, rather than clinging to the past.”B
“This railway is not merely a connection between nations,” Queen Angela declared, “but a symbol of progress. A bridge between past traditions and the bright future we shall build together.”President Mies added, “With this project, Angela will no longer be isolated or vulnerable. It will be a thriving hub of innovation and prosperity.”The people roared with approval, commoners eager for job opportunities, and nobles eager for increased wealth.Meanwhile, across the border, envoys from Hallerus Kingdom and the Golden Triangle Nation secretly observed the Angela-Aeternum railway collaboration.One Hallerus official slammed his fist onto his desk upon receiving the report. “They’re building a rail network that connects Aeternum to the Forbidden Wasteland?! If this continues, Angela will become untouchable!”A Golden Triangle merchant sneered. “Tch. Those fools in Angela have completely sold themselves to Aeternum. But we can do nothing. Our king already declared hostilities. We are lock
While Angela embraced its partnership with Aeternum, its rival nations were watching with envy and resentment.The Kingdom of Hallerus and the Golden Triangle Nation, both historical adversaries of Aeternum, knew they had missed their chance to secure such a lucrative alliance.In the Hallerus Royal Palace, King Hadrian scowled as he studied a detailed report on the Aeternum-Angela railway project.“They are modernizing too quickly,” he muttered. “Soon, Angela will be just as powerful as Aeternum.”His advisors nodded grimly, but they knew there was nothing they could do.Meanwhile, in the Golden Triangle Nation, Emperor Verix tapped his fingers on his throne, deep in thought.“Aeternum is changing the continent,” he murmured. “And we are falling behind.”With Angela fully embracing progress, Aeternum’s expansion showed no signs of stopping. The railway was more than just steel and tracks—it was the path to a new era. A nation modernizing at unprecedented speed. A people eager to grow
The Dukedom of Angela was no longer just a small kingdom caught between larger powers—it was now on its way to becoming a global trade hub.To further solidify their partnership, Aeternum opened job opportunities for Angela’s citizens. Engineering apprenticeships were offered to young scholars eager to learn Aeternum’s technology. Labor positions in railway maintenance, track laying, and station operations provided work for thousands.Even hospitality and tourism sectors saw a boom, with people preparing for the influx of travelers who would soon visit their cities. Aeternum made one thing clear—this railway wasn’t just for Aeternum’s benefit, but for Angela’s prosperity as well.However, not everyone was happy about this monumental project.The Kingdom of Hallerus and the Golden Triangle Nation, both long-time rivals of Aeternum, watched the cooperation between Aeternum and Angela with growing jealousy and frustration.For years, both nations had sought to expand their influence in t
“Aeternum plans to construct the longest and most advanced railway system in the continent,” Mies explained, unfolding a detailed map of Central Continent on the table.“We wish to connect New City to the Forbidden Wasteland, and we have chosen the Dukedom of Angela as the interconnection point.”Queen Angela studied the map carefully. “So, Angela would serve as the bridge between Aeternum’s mainland and its Wasteland territories?”“Yes,” Minister Andrea confirmed. “We will be using Mana-powered maglev technology, capable of traveling at speeds unheard of in this world.”Princess Angela’s eyes widened. “You mean to tell me… you’re planning to build a train that runs on magic and technology?”Mies smirked. “That’s exactly what we’re doing.”“This will be the first of its kind,” Vice President Elijah added. “And it will set the foundation for global transportation.”The Dukedom of Angela would become the gateway between two of the most significant territories in the world—Aeternum’s mai
For centuries, The Institute of Artemesia had been one of the world’s most respected academic and magical research institutions. But they had always struggled with one thing—funding and access to knowledge.Aeternum had solved both problems. Inside the Grand Royal Library of Aeternum, Head Scholar Callisto Verdan stood in awe.She ran her hands over the massive tomes of knowledge, collected from all over the world and carefully preserved in Aeternum’s archives.Rare magical research, ancient history, modern technological advancements—it was all here.“Aeternum’s funding has allowed us to expand our studies beyond imagination,” she murmured, her voice trembling with excitement.“With access to this library, we are no longer bound by the limitations of our past.”Beside her, Professor Aldrich—one of Artemesia’s leading scholars—nodded.“The rest of the world still clings to outdated traditions,” he said. “But here? Here we can create the future.”Aeternum had become the center of knowle
Across the different worksites, the harmony between technology and magic became apparent. Aeternum was the only nation in the world that had successfully merged magic with engineering, creating an industrial revolution like no other.Water Mages worked in tandem with high-powered water filtration systems, providing fresh, clean water to new housing districts within hours instead of weeks.Wind Mages generated artificial air currents, assisting the construction of massive skyscrapers without the need for medieval-style scaffolding.Lightning Mages charged up Mana Generators, providing clean, renewable electricity to power Aeternum’s growing urban expansion.The Alemia and Battle Star refugees had never seen anything like it.They had always been told that magic and technology could never coexist—that magic was only for battle and technology was inferior to the will of the gods.But here, in Aeternum, they saw the truth. Magic was not just for war. Technology was not just for the privil
Madeline, another single mother, found herself equally overwhelmed—but for an entirely different reason. Back in the Empire, food was a luxury.If you were lucky, you had stale bread, old vegetables, or a tiny scrap of meat to share with your family. Shopping for food was never a choice—you simply took whatever was available and prayed that it would last.But in Aeternum’s markets, things were completely different.One afternoon, she stood frozen in the middle of a supermarket aisle, staring at the endless rows of fresh produce, canned goods, dairy products, and even exotic spices from other parts of the world.She could hardly comprehend what she was looking at.It wasn’t just that there was food available—it was the sheer abundance of it. She felt anxious. Lost. Uncertain.She turned to the store worker nearby, a cheerful young woman dressed in the green uniform of Haven Mart, the government-affiliated grocery chain."How… how do I know what to pick?" Madeline asked hesitantly.The
Beyond just housing, Project Haven was an ecosystem of opportunity.Officer Calloway continued explaining the many opportunities available to the refugees:Public schools were being built for their children, where education was free for all—boys and girls alike. Aeternum-funded hospitals offered medical care without cost, something unheard of in the Empire. Job training programs had already started, helping former farmers, craftsmen, and even soldiers find new roles in society.And, most importantly—There were no nobles.No ruling elite to oppress them.No forced conscription, no tax collectors stripping them of their hard-earned food, no death sentences for speaking against a ruler.For the first time in history, these people were citizens, not subjects.As the tour ended, Calloway clapped his hands together and smiled."Any questions?" he asked.The refugees remained silent, overwhelmed.Mara stepped forward, her heart pounding."How can we repay this kindness?" she asked.Calloway