Previously when they didn’t know I were here, all of them seems capable to handle themselves well, in any situations, just like any elite youngster that were destined to become great leader would be. But now when I am right before them, sitting before them, with no apparent emotion other than the public smiles that I plastered on my face. All of them seems to be stiff to the point where no one would brave enough to utter a single word. Since then the only sounds that were loud enough to filled the room, is the sound of Yggdrasil who is happily humming and swinging her feet as she continue to enjoy her gummy worm.“Princess Yggdrasil…you were drooling…let me wipe it for you…there you go…is it that tasty?..”. (Amalinde Stammler)“Thank you, for helping me…Elf Sister Amalinde…Yep..it’s tasty and so sweet~…Father gave them to me…since I did my homework today….and I also got an A on my test in math at school~…”. (Yggdrasil)One thing about Yggdrasil, is that she can heavily influenced any
Right now the time is about 7 in the evening, I were listening to the major reason as to why the 4 influential clans from the Great Southern Wasteland, actually come to Aeternum and seeking for me.Turns out, their situation right there is quite grim, much more awful than the outsiders knew about them. Actually there is very little to no information on the outside region, regarding the situations inside the Wasteland. After all, to the rest of the Central Continent, people tends to avoid going into a forbidden land, or anything in that category at all. No one really coming in, or even interested to get to know the place truly, so most information about the Wasteland situation were most from words of mouth of those people that didn’t even fully understand about the whole situations, and that includes me.“Our current situations right now…is extremely bad, Your Highness…not just on the food scarcity part…but safety too…the 2 major, threat to the demise of our settlements is famine and mo
As I were talking to the 4 representative, I realizes that these is not a problem that only they have but, in fact a problem that all those non-humans were facing. Being treated inhumanely, when they did nothing wrong, getting tricked and conned at every single turns of their lives where’s what they wanted to do is to live their lives like anyone else. I got the first part of their big problem, first is their food situation, currently, the Wasteland is experiencing famine, on a large scale, lack of foods especially grain and vegetables that essentials to them, even more for the Demi-Human that hugely consume vegetarian foods. The famine, according to Amalinde Stammler has been going on for 5 years already and thanks to that, not only they were all staved, but also weakened.The Wasteland Famine crisis were naturally being exploited by the merchants, they hiked up the prices of their merchandise and lowered the buying price of all Wasteland products. The scales of their price manipulat
Their situation right now, without being said if dire. Very worrying situations that if they were not being solved at once, it would become larger and larger also giving birth to a new problem along the way. As the matter of trades, naturally I were thinking to completely dominate their entire market, becoming the sole trading partner to the entire region. Saying that they Great Southern Wasteland is just a region, is probably an understatements, because just like the Desert of Nothingness that is just in the backyard of Aeternum, it was double the size of the entire America continent, in fact, if the Great Southern Wasteland were to separated from the Central continent, it will have the same size of the Central Continent itself.And from mine and T.A.S calculations, the populations there might even be able to matched to all the countries populations of largest nations in Central Continent or perhaps even more. but since the populations in the wasteland were sporadic all over the plac
In short the Great Southern Wasteland one big universal problem is nutritious foods. It was safe to say that, unlike the other parts of the world where meat is something that not many can enjoy, especially in these era, the wasteland inhabitants were able to enjoy them without much trouble at all. Naturally those meats that they consume were not exactly always good and nutritious, after all, although Monsters meats is better than most meat out there, but that fact’s only true if the meat comes from a Tier 1 monsters, monsters that actually tiered will gave out the nutritious meats that benefits everyone that eats them.If the meats comes from a monster that doesn’t have tiers, it mostly do harm than good, as most of them would be inedible at all,it’s hard, tough, chewy and 90 percent of the time, it is always contains a little poison and toxicity. If anyone consumes such meat for a long time, then they would be inflicted by a lot of types of diseases, poisoning, stroke, weakened const
When it comes to forging an alliance, both parties has to be on the same page and also obtained their aims and objectives. The Wasteland wanted to be in alliance with Aeternum for trades at an appealing rates for them and unbiased, and in returns they will also engaged with trades with Aeternum and also potentially be one of Aeternum largest supporters. As for me and Aeternum side, well, we get to earned money and possibly a lot more good things that we can utilized for Aeternum universal good. But rather than any usual, alliance and trade agreements, I want a rather unique ones, ones that will surely made a few people very angry if they found out about it.“So, Your Highness…we hope..that Aeternum would be able to be in alliance with us…although all of us can be barely be called the entirety of Wasteland..but, we are the big significant of it…by forging an alliance with us…we are willing to sell our materials no matter what grades it is at 20 percent discount…we will also ensure Aete
When Amalinde Stammler stated her only reason, I understood fully by what she meant. To them Aeternum were the only forces in Fantasma that they trusted enough to have an alliance with, the only entity that will not treated them with disgust and injustice that they have always faced in their lives. Because they have seen how Aeternum government and the Aeternums itself living their lives, everyone were treated with fairness and care, every words of promise that the Royalty and the Government has given were delivered. Never were seen before where the citizens has rarely speaks ill of their rulers. These is Aeternum, to them or perhaps the majority of the Great Southern Wasteland, Aeternum were the role model that they were looking up to, and the only one that could see their struggles and really offers a helping hands.The living room went silence, as I just stares out of the window for a little bit. Yggdrasil who sense something out of me, climbs onto my lap without saying anything an
The preliminary talks with the 4 young leaders of the Great Southern Wasteland has ended brilliantly, with them has managed to gain a positive replies by me, regarding the alliance and trade agreements that they really need. And so, the dinner that we have right after, is quite harmonious, they were able to dine, on the finest dishes of the highest and most high quality fine dining experience cooked by Aeternum most professional chef. Apparently the Palace Head Chef Galdar Vigileye, who’s has been serving his current position, ever since I have personally picked him, from way before the palace were even built. Galdar Vigileye is a Demi-Human of Minotaur tribe, and actually a mutant among his kind, unlike others he was rather at a human sized, but still very much retained his kind features.Nevertheless, he is rather unique among Minotaur, he is a clean freak, and very interested in cooking , hence I hired him as a chef and thought him all kind of cooking method and recipe. And right n
As life in Angela rapidly modernized, one final surprise awaited its citizens—a marvel unlike anything they had ever seen before.Under President Mies’ orders, Minister Rafaela of A.R.D.H.M. (Art, Research, Development, Health, and Magic) had finally completed a project years in the making.Aeternum had officially invented the world’s first television.At Angela’s Grand Plaza, a massive gathering of people stood in front of a newly constructed screen.“Is this… some kind of moving painting?” an old man asked, adjusting his spectacles.His grandson, a curious boy named Emile, tugged on his sleeve. “Grandpa, look! The picture is… changing!”The crowd gasped as the screen flickered to life, revealing an image of DJ Skelly and Quara Raedrim, two of Aeternum’s most famous radio hosts.“Greetings, citizens of Angela!” DJ Skelly’s booming voice echoed across the plaza. “Today is a historic day! For the first time ever, the people of Aeternum and Angela will witness the future of entertainmen
At Fort Steelward, a border outpost near the west, Angela’s Captain Cedric Durand stood alongside Aeternum’s Colonel Matthias Kael, watching as their combined forces executed a tactical drill.“You train your men well,” Captain Cedric admitted, watching as Aeternum’s soldiers swiftly took down training dummies with precise gunfire and coordinated tactics.Colonel Kael smirked. “Efficiency is key. We fight with strategy, discipline, and superior equipment.”Angela’s soldiers were still adjusting to Aeternum’s modernized warfare, but the results spoke for themselves. Crime rates near the border had dropped by 60% in just three months, and monster activity was at an all-time low.For Angela’s government, this was the best possible outcome. A safer nation meant a stronger economy, happier citizens, and more stability.In the halls of Angela’s Royal Palace, the nation’s ministers convened for a special meeting to discuss the growing partnership with Aeternum.“I must admit,” Minister Jean-
“So…” Baroness Elise folded her arms. “Are you telling us that our businesses are failing because we refuse to acknowledge the common folk as valuable clients?”“Precisely,” Lionel said. “Look, my friends—tradition is fine, but wealth does not care about tradition. You must ask yourselves, do you wish to cling to outdated ideals and watch your investments fail? Or will you embrace modernity and open your doors to the true economy?”The Angela nobles were silent.Marquis Alistair eventually exhaled. “Damn… I hate to admit it, but you’re right.”Duke Clarence sighed, rubbing his temples. “It seems we have much to reconsider.”Lionel smirked. “That’s the first step to success. Now… shall we discuss how to properly revamp your business strategies?”By the time Angela’s nobles returned home, their entire perspective had changed. Within weeks, their resorts underwent major rebranding, opening their services to the wealthy merchants, military officers, and successful craftsmen that made up A
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.”Ba
“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