I went off and tell the cabinets that I viewed the alliance in a good light, because to me, Aeternum need to not only become the beacon of hope and change in the wasteland, but it was also a profitable front for business ventures and quite possibly a game changing situations regarding Aeternum true expansion of region and territory, The Wasteland is a large expansion of lands, and what even better is that unlike Aeternum current positions that situated right in the middle of all other country, the Great Southern Wasteland only have a single side border that connected to the whole countries that were in the central continent.The land situations there is quite good, though sure, there is also the difficulties of planting and farming there because the land there is cursed to dry and infertile. So farming is something that is not possible at all, but on the other hand meat processing industries and perhaps manufacturing industries can be done there. Currently I don’t have any solid infor
The Cabinet meeting went on for a few more hours, after my annoucement that Aeternum will enters the alliance with the Great Southern Wasteland and will begin is planning phase for the forces that would be sent there, and on those that will be going there, I would also joined in and lead the deployments to the Wasteland, everyone wanted to go with me. And at the end, From the Military, the Eternal Nights Division, Colonel Alessia Di Gianna were chosen to joined me, and also Colonel Yvone which is also the Central Government Vice Minister will joined me on the Aeternum latest ventures.At first, Governess Jelina and Queen Aqeesha volunteered to join me, but their participation were axed because both of them have to oversees quite a heavy task. Beside both of their territory needs to be ready at all time, because they were involved in a big project of Aeternum Titan Thunderbolt main development progress. The meeting continues after 2 in the afternoon after lunch, on the contrary of eve
As the cabinet meeting ended at around 4 in the afternoon, instead of just headed back to the Palace, I made a trip to the Broadcast station. Since the Cabinet Meeting recording will be aired later these evening on the radio, there is some recording that needed to be cut off for some security and secretive measures. Especially about all the sensitive matters, for example the decision to venture into the wasteland. Since tomorrow will be the International Allied Conference, i don’t want the allied nation minds and thought to wander negatively because of Aeternum decisions to go into the wasteland. Knowing those country and their leaders, I know that once they caught wind of that, they will all wanted to joined in. After all, by now it was already established and believed strongly for them that anything that Aeternum seems to be adamant to have will bring nothing more than a mass positivity and also profits.“Hello, Paul…long time no see, my skeleton pal…you’re were looking good now…alb
Knowing the information about the ancient civilizations and also that there were relic, that can actually changed some of the things, isn’t really that crucial to me at these points. The information sounds tempting, but to be honest if only I got time then I would go out of my way to seek it, if not, then it was better to focused on my initial aimed. Learning that there is something else to do, when Aeternum has established the land in the wasteland, I left the Broadcast station and headed back to the Palace. After all, there is another major occasion tomorrow that I need to focused on.As the Motorcade slowly cruised down the road, we stopped by the Commercial District, since I were heading home anyway, Yggdrasil called me, saying that she wanted to eat Fired Cockatrice, the dishes that has become Aeternum famous dish. Since Fantasma, didn’t have chicken, there is a monster that can petrified anything with it’s skills, it was like a chicken on earth, but the different is that it was
When I arrived back to the palace and after quite a boisterous dinner, when Elijah who returned home only to sees Yggdrasil drown a whole buckets of AFC on her own. Elijah just instantly went into furious mood on Yggdrasil lecturing her for dozens of minutes and only stopped when the little one already cried her eyes out, and Rafaela and Mina can’t no longer bear to see the child crying. As for me, who is also one of Yggdrasil accomplice, I slowly vanished towards my study, with an excuse that I still have work to do.Yvone and Alessia arrived at the Palace around 8 in the evening, as the 2 of my right hand official were here. Under my order and as they already have the official appointment in the Aeternum Expansion Department, which a new Department that just being established in the Cabinet Meeting these afternoon, with me as the President is the Department Director. Both of them were listening to my order intently, both of them had no issue at all, hearing that I ordered for every
Aeternum Royal Military Academy, Is an academy that has focused solely to produce high quality soldiers and officers that would in the future be the high ranking official that would spear the Aeternum Military progress. It was also the academy and the only one that guaranteed free admission fee and studies fees and also guaranteed job positions as soon as the student were graduated. Naturally the job were all directly serving in Aeternum military, it was also the only academy in Aeternum that were 90% of it attended by Aeternum commoners and The only chosen learning institute for the Kingdom of Eloesa.Granted, due to the natures of the Academy, that teaches the arts of war and battles. The Academy always have it’s student to attend the practical practice, and it was always be joining the military operations. In fact, the tradition of the school that were already beyond my control is that when the student enters their first year in the academy, no matter what the age of the student is
It has been quite sometimes, after the entire Aeternum were let known about the nation mega project, and naturally each days they all sees what is currently being changed and made. But even so, they only know what is currently going on that were around them and in their own vicinity that they can see and heard off. They naturally didn’t know much about what is currently changing all over Aeternum. As the entire country is under changed. Because of that for many people the content of today Cabinet Meeting is important to them. As compared to what they were before, nowadays, as Aeternum they all felt like they are really apart of these nation.“[Reporting to the Cabinet members, as well as our all fellow Aeternum…These Tier 3 Meat Slime is a game changer for our high quality meat supplies…naturally it being considerably rare monster…is also the reason as to why our department haven’t managed to mass produce the meat yet…]”. (Vice Minister Bar @ Radio)All that were listening to the rad
As there were a lot of outsiders, foreigners that were getting lectured by Aeternums around them as they marveled at the Aeternum government announcing their important discussion over the public radio broadcast for everyone to hear. The warm hearted and learning session that can be seen all over Aeternum cannot be said the same to those that were outside of Aeternum. Instead to many of the nobility and rulers that pays a close attentions to the radio broadcast, a lot of them were ridiculing Aeternum simplicity to actually put such important government matter on public.A lot of which were ridiculing and laughing at Aeternum Cabinet Meetings, but there also a lot of people that were also leaning from Aeternum problem solving method and also not to mentioned that there were some that also conflicted and worried just how Aeternum has clearly become more and more prominent. As every single moves that Aeternum made has been nothing short of a consecutive success. One of those people is is
“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