Essentially the values of being in a good relationship with the Great Southern Wasteland, is nothing short of being an enormous benefits for Aeternum. Thus everyone in the room now knows just how I viewed everything up until now. If Aeternum wants to be more developed and become the largest Mercantile influence on the Central Continent, We definitely have to be in a good long terms alliance with the Great Southern Wasteland inhabitants, and keep it that way for a a long time. Which coincidentally good for me, is that the rest of the Continent has viewed those that hails from that area, is nothing but undesirable bunch.“...There is definitely a lot of merits for Aeternum to have good relationship with the Great Southern Wasteland…Perhaps..our first correct moves…is to established a safe and secure lines of communications..and also most importantly a direct roads of transportation from Aeternum and the Great Southern Wasteland…”. (Sofia Di Gianna)“I am sure that Master and all the Min
All over Aeternum, the atmosphere of the entire nation has been quite active as of lately, as the Government and the President himself has announced to the public that the entire nation will be entering it self development period. Aeternums has spring to life, everyday Aeternum woke up in the morning and head to their work, the business has been kicking off rather great, despite the Aeternum were closed off to the other nation, it own internal economy has been rather more greater than before. Aeternum were known to only buy and used their local produce, and rarely they bought the outside produce. After all, when it comes to products no matter what it is, be it food or furniture, Aeternum made has always been the best in the market.The sight of bustling New City, has been nothing but a spectacular sight for many, especially those that comes from outside of Aeternum. Although Aeternum has closed their borders to a lot of people, but there were still foreigners that were permitted to en
These days for the Staff at the Royal Yggdra Cafe, they have been rather busy, since they were one the top cafe in the entire New City, naturally that have been so for the cafe. Little that many know, Royal Yggdra Cafe, is actually owned by the Aeternum Royal Palace. It was one of the many business that were owned by the Aeternum Royal Palace, and these Cafe in particular is quite famous because, it was frequently Visited by Princess Yggdrasil herself. At the same time, it was also a chosen spot for a lot of the foreign dignitaries to enjoy their time. Because the cafe were the only cafe that , while still in the Commercial District, it was placed at the very end of it. So it has a very scenic views that made it able to see, almost the entire New City sight, it was closer to the Aeternum River, facing the New City Grand Central Square & Park, then facing the Aeternum Grand Temple, and also facing the entrance to the Residential District, Central Government District and the Science and
The party from the Great Southern Wasteland were stunned as they looked behind them. When it comes to legitimacy and status, naturally they can’t compare to the long linage of royalty such as the House of Angela of the Dukedom of Angela, the most status that all 4 of them can be known as is just some average low ranks nobles. So they can’t help but be respectful of the Princess and her Aide. But what is more baffling to them, is the Little girl beside the Princess, who seems to be only about 9 or 10 years old, and the one that is behind the little girl. The lady behind her, is wearing the famous Black Suit with the Silver Gilded lining, it was a famous iconic attires that only the Aeternum Royal Guards or the Secret Service agent wears them.The little girl, is rather stunningly beautiful and cute, unlike any other child that they have ever seen before, chubby rosy cheeks, large green eyes and then her silvery hair that were cutely tied into a two buns. She is also wearing a very high
In Aeternum, seeing one of Aeternum Royalty is really not easy, seeing the President and the Minister is possible, but to be able to meet and see the Princess of the nation is something that only a few were able to see her. Why, because it was widely known that the President as well as all the Ministers loved her dearly, and she were also known to be sickly, although the president never once forbid her to do anything that she wants, she still received the love and educations that befitted a successor to the throne of Aeternum, despite not being named yet as the heir to Aeternum crown. These show to all people that, No matter what, Princess Yggdrasil position in Aeternum is really high.On top of all these, the Princess were also well known and loved by all Aeternums, because she is all over the Aeternum, sending helps and contributing to charity. There were also a few incidents where the Princess herself will be personally helping any citizens that were involved in some misfortune. In
As the time passes by, instead of being excluded from the table, Princess Yggdrasil invited everyone from the Great Southern Wasteland to join her on her table. Naturally the conversations were circled around the topic of their origins, after all, the Princess is rather inquisitive about it as she is clearly fascinated with their story and tales about the wonders of the foreign places. Over the course of time, everyone were getting more and more friendly with each others, Crown Princess Angela Seraphim, didn’t mind the company and even enjoying it, as she can see the cute Princess Yggdrasil, cute acts, and also converse with her old acquaintance.“..So, why do you sisters and brother wanted to meet with Father?..Mother Andrea, said that…our Country never made any contact with your place…is there something bad happening there?..”. (Princess Yggdrasil)Her voice were a little concerned, because in these brief of time, she felt pleased with the representative stories. But she remember of
Like they all were being unconsciously being brought and lead by their nose, the Great Southern Wasteland, who’s just now talking with the Princess Yggdrasil and also Crown Princess Angela Seraphim. Has now got, perhaps something that is much more than they have ever anticipated. Because right after their conversation with Princess Yggdrasil was over, and the princess already left the cafe. They were left, with one of the Princess guards, right where they stand.“It’s Miss Amalinde Stammler, Mister Qekin Rivgog, Miss Lobelia Mudswan and Mister Luth Alantar, correct?..”. (Princess Guard, Knight Mathild Hindergrass)“Ah..yes…yes, Dame Mathild..it was us..”. (Amalinde Stammler)Knight Mathild Hindergrass, is Princess Yggdrasil Head of guard, the entourage leader of the Secret Service unit that incharge of protecting Princess Yggdrasil, her rank is Captain. She were the kind of soldier that were proud of her duty, after all, her Knight values also felt that she deserved to be in such pos
In the brisk of morning, the hopeful views of the Inhabour City that were still under constructions were looking glorious and it was the land of hope, that would soon not only contributed to the advance of Aeternums as a country and perhaps the city that would revolutionize the future of water ways of the entire continent. Yesterday, the entire city were surprised with a great news that the President were here on the city to inspect and also visiting the area. Certainly the morale through out the entire city were high, everyone were happy to catch a glimpse of him, and knowing that their leaders and kings were not just simply sit idly on their throne but actually went down to worked together with them.“Did you hear, last night our supervisor told us that the President has decided to add more workforce onto the building of the Bridge… talking about a timely arrangements…crossing the river with that wobbly boats is quite hard everyday…”. (Town worker Ralph)“I heard right…the administr
“Enough,”I said, my tone firm but calm.“I understand your frustrations, but we must remain focused. This isn’t about them—it’s about us and the legacy we’re building.”Bina and Lucas nodded, though their anger was still palpable. Eliza wiped a tear of laughter from her eye, her grin fading as she straightened up.“We’ll use this situation to our advantage,”I continued.“Their incompetence is our opportunity. At 1:00 PM, we’ll begin the march towards the Central Region. Every front will advance simultaneously, stopping just 2 kilometers from Alemia Capital City.”The generals listened intently as I outlined the next steps.“When we reach that point,”I said, my voice carrying the weight of the moment,“I will address the nation through a live broadcast on Aeternum Media. The people need to see our resolve, our strength, and our commitment to ending this war. This isn’t just about conquering Alemia—it’s about uniting this land under the banner of peace, stability, and progress.”Bina
“You’re telling me this is the actual state of their forces?”Selie nodded, her expression unwavering.“Yes, sir. I confirmed all the information personally during the mission, and cross-referenced it with Count Dracul’s intelligence. The data is accurate.”The absurdity of the report was almost too much to process. According to the findings, the Crown Prince Amaris and Queen Romella’s forces were in complete disarray. Each side could barely muster 10,000 combat-ready soldiers, and those were in poor condition. Their leadership was non-existent, their strategies laughable, and their morale utterly shattered.“It’s like they’re begging to lose,”I said incredulously, setting the report down.“How did they even make it this far?”“They haven’t, sir,”Selie replied with a faint smirk.“They’re just floundering, hoping to outlast one another. Both sides are puppets, controlled by the nobles and vassals around them who are more interested in their own power plays than the war itself.”I le
“Summarize the troop positions and supply lines,”Selie instructed Maiden Aria, who was already pouring over a detailed map of the city.“Yes, ma’am,”Aria replied, her voice calm and professional. Meanwhile, Maiden Liana compiled a list of key figures within the enemy forces, cross-referencing them with the profiles provided by Count Dracul.“Do we need to wake the President?”Victoria asked as she filed her portion of the report. Selie shook her head.“No. The situation doesn’t warrant it. This is less of a war and more of a clean-up operation. The enemy forces are barely worth the effort. We’ll brief him in the morning.”The Maidens nodded in agreement, their movements efficient and precise as they continued organizing the information. Selie couldn’t help but feel a mix of satisfaction and disappointment as she reviewed the compiled intelligence. The state of the Crown Prince Amaris and Queen Romella’s forces was abysmal.“The Crown Prince’s forces are exhausted, demoralized, and p
“The Crown Prince’s forces are as undisciplined and chaotic as this file suggests?”Count Dracul, standing stiffly at attention, nodded firmly.“Yes, Lt. Colonel. They are barely a shadow of what they once were. Their troops are underfed, underpaid, and completely demoralized. The noble’s squabble among themselves, and neither the Crown Prince nor the Queen has the wit or leadership to unite them.”Selie raised an eyebrow, leaning back in her chair with an expression that was equal parts disbelief and disdain.“So, they’re little more than children playing at war,” she muttered under her breath, her sharp tone betraying her disappointment. “It’s almost laughable. If this is what they call leadership, it’s a wonder they lasted this long.”For the next few minutes, Selie cross-referenced every point in the dossier with Count Dracul. Every troop position, every supply depot, and every weakness listed was corroborated. Dracul’s responses were quick and precise, each answer adding weight t
“Count Dracul,”she began, her voice firm and unwavering,“I trust you’ve gathered the intelligence we requested. I need a full assessment of the current situation in the capital—numbers, key locations, morale, everything.”Count Dracul inclined his head and moved to his desk, retrieving a thick file of documents.“Of course, Lt. Colonel. I anticipated your arrival and prepared these reports. They contain detailed accounts of the enemy’s troop movements, the state of the Queen’s court, and the overall morale of the capital’s populace.”He handed the file to Selie with both hands, his gaze flickering nervously as she began flipping through the pages with meticulous precision. The room fell silent save for the sound of rustling paper. Dracul, despite his composed exterior, felt a bead of sweat trail down his temple. Selie’s reputation for strictness was well-known, and he could only hope his work met her exacting standards.Selie’s sharp eyes scanned the documents, her brow furrowing sl
“You know, it’s said that the Maidens could topple an entire city if they wanted. I mean, we’re special forces, but compared to them…”He trailed off, shaking his head. Lionel smirked, glancing back at the young sergeant.“Compared to them? We’re kids playing soldier, Miles. But remember this: tonight, we’re part of something bigger. So, keep your head in the game.”After an hour of steady driving, the convoy finally came to a halt roughly one kilometer east of Alemia Capital City. The soldiers disembarked quietly, their boots crunching softly against the dirt. The chilly night air bit at their skin, but it wasn’t the cold that sent shivers down their spines—it was the sight before them.In the faint moonlight, Alemia Capital City loomed in the distance like a wounded giant. Its once-mighty walls were battered and crumbling, scars of relentless conflict etched into its stone.Surrounding the city, like a cancerous growth, were countless makeshift camps—hundreds of thousands of tents s
“The Maidens will lead the mission. Their unmatched skills, combined with the support of the Special Forces under Captain Lionel, will ensure success. This is a surgical operation—precision and stealth are paramount.”Lionel chuckled softly, leaning back in his chair.“Well, I can’t say I’m surprised. Watching the Maidens in action is a rare privilege, and I’d be lying if I said my team wasn’t looking forward to it.”Selie smirked.“Captain, try not to get too distracted. We still need you to keep up.”Lionel held up his hands in mock surrender.“Noted, Colonel. I’ll make sure my team stays focused.”I stood from my chair, signaling the seriousness of the mission.“Selie, you and the Maidens will infiltrate the capital. Your objectives are threefold: map the city’s fortifications, gather intelligence on troop deployments, and locate key targets for our final assault. Captain Lionel, your team will support from a distance—ensuring extraction points are secure and ready for the operatio
With that thought, I turned my focus back to the map, ready to guide my army toward the final battle. On the third day of our march, we finally reached the designated halting point in the Eastern Region. Here, our army was to temporarily stop and wait for the other fronts to arrive at their own respective rendezvous points.Among the five regions, my Eastern troops were the second to reach their location. The Western Troops, led by General Lucas and Governor Duke Oliver Gust, had been the first to arrive, thanks to their unopposed journey. As my men began constructing the temporary forward operating base (FOB), a mix of activity unfolded. Engineers worked quickly to establish defensive perimeters, while soldiers erected tents and prepared their rations. Rest rotations were enforced so the troops could rejuvenate themselves for the final phase of the campaign."We’re nearing the end. Every effort now is one step closer to liberating the entire Alemia Nation. Let the troops rest; soon,
"When this war ends, Alemia will rise again, stronger and united under Aeternum. And this march—this slow, deliberate march—is the first step toward that brighter future."With that thought, I turned back toward the command post, ready to oversee the next phase of our campaign.Our troops pressed forward with relentless efficiency, their pace never faltering despite the numerous side missions I tasked to the detachment units. Each liberated settlement followed the same protocol: Capture of Lords: Every noble or lord who held sway over the settlement was immediately captured and sent to Georgina City for judgment. These lords, guilty of oppressing their people, represented the old regime—a relic that had no place in the new Alemia under Aeternum rule. Establishing Order: The local guards were disbanded, their weapons confiscated, and a new administration was set up. Four of my trusted soldiers were stationed in each settlement to oversee governance, ensuring law, order, and security we