As for the Merchant Association, the appointment of the positions of the Head Director, to me is quite hard to find the candidates at first. Compared to the 2 Association Head Directors that were quite famous already in their field, I was having a hard time to find the correct candidates, to the point where it actually took me 2 days to deals with it. Surprisingly, the candidates that are now already appointed to the positions were actually being recommended by 2 rare figures in Aeternum, one is Aeternum loveliest daughter Yggdrasil and another one is Aeternum hidden guardian, The Earth Ancient Dragon that resides at the New City Mountain parks, Griksu’um.As I were slaving away in my office finding a suitable candidates, Griksu’Um visited my office with Yggdrasil and a Dragon-kin behind his back. Although he can just transformed himself into a humanoid form, the Ancient Dragon decided to just come to the Black House in his original form, which actually created chaos on that day. Luck
Meanwhile, at the Nirewin City, which is the capital city of Kingdom of Nirewin, today was a great day for the City of the Half-Elves, not only the forest were calm and tranquil, Today is also the day, when Aeternum large convoy were also scheduled to arrived. Right after the International Alliance Conference ended, on that day, the Aeternum Airship comes to their city, which shocked everyone because here in the Nirewin City or even the entire of the Kingdom of Nirewin, they have never saw an Airship before they might heard about it, but never witnessed it before. The People of Nirewin were now in their better days after their Royals decided to be allied with Aeternum a year ago.Since then, their Entire Kingdom has stopped getting harassed by the Alemia Nation forces. They also saw a significant reduced of slave hunters in their territory, being a Kingdom filled with Half-Elves and Wood Elves, they are constantly being harassed by the Slaves Hunters that after the populations of the
The Arrival of Aeternum Airship fleet, weren’t just attracted many attentions from the Allies citizens but it also attracted the attention of all sides, especially those that were clearly already starting go against Aeternum motives and also the Alliance. In the Angel City, the Capital City to Dukedom of Angela, ever since the Queen Duchess and Crown Princess has come back from the Alliance Conference, there has been a lot of murmur going on inside of the Dukedom Royal Court. Which is something that the Queen Duchess has already expected already, because thanks to the Dukedom of Angela which is now official entered the International Alliance Conference, thing are about to get very serious in the Dukedom of Angela.“YOUR HIGHNESS QUEEN DUCHESS!!…look, we don’t mind that you have decided to sided and joined the Alliance…but to joint and also permitted their shaky associations to be able to established their power here…that is something that is unacceptable to many of us!…”.(Baron Reinol
Guild Master Niva were in glee as he were able to always squirm his words and made it looks like the Queen Duchess were someone who is replying a good deeds with poison in front of the whole court. The Guilds actually has received a reminder from the Triangle Guilds to make them prepared for these days, after all, the Broadcast of the Conference were free for anyone to see them live. Thus they knew that Aeternum Association would come after all of them at some point, for the Free Nation of Triangle Guild, they didn’t care about the minor kingdom. But losing the support and ground in the Big 3, that is something that they can’t afford to lose at all.Especially for the Dukedom of Angela and also the Institute of Artemesia, because these 2 country not only one of their biggest market, it was also bordering with the Free Nation of Triangle Guilds. No matter what, they must not lose these grounds to the Association at all, thus before coming here, all 3 of the guilds who sense the impendi
The looks of confidence on the faces of all the Guild masters that were smug all these times crumbles in an instant. So does the entire Court were shocked by these kind of development, they have never thought such things can happen at all. But as anyone wanted to speaks about it, the Royal Court massive doors were opened as several footsteps echoes through out the area. And the most striking amongst the people that were walking in, were a female, for those that didn’t know who she is, they would called her a little girl immediately. But no one in the Court dared to called her as such or they were even capable to do so. Because with her arrival, the entire hall were instantly filled with a deadly and ghastly killing Aura, to the point, even the strongest person in the Court felt as if there were a scythe of the reaper were inches away from their throats.The footsteps of these 4 person reverberated throughout the entire court, and their overbearing aura glued everyone on where they sto
The Queen Duchess Angela Weinstein moves to let the Aeternum or in these case, the International Alliance Conference and also the Aeternum Associations, to be the one that were investigating the whole thing, and also providing the solid case against not only the Guilds but also the opposing nobles, is actually a plans that were suggested to her by The Aeternum President right after the Conference ended. Actually at the meeting when the motion regarding spreading the Associations to all the allied nation were made, the reason as to why the Queen Duchess immediately agreed to the motion and also seems to be visibly angered at that time, is because Aeternum has provided her with the situations that is concerning the safety on the entire Dukedom.On that files that she received in that meeting, the content of it were shown all the Guilds secrets operations these entire time, and just how the guilds has been secretly helping and the nobles are also paying the same help to the guilds to ens
Despite the sudden changed of the 3 Guild master expression to the doomed of their fates as Aeternum top figures walks into the Court and just ruined their plans, without them able to say a single words of retort. At the same time, the entire court were also took by the storms as Director Mot went ahead and also unmasked all the opposing nobles factions it her findings. Which undeniably enable the Queen Duchess and also Crown Princess Angela to instantly took the opportunity to punished them as well. Everything just happened so fast, for all the members of the court to keep tracked of what is currently transpiring before their eyes.But ultimately they all knows that The cases that Director Mot and Aeternums Justice Department made against the Guilds and also the opposing nobles were all true, and it was all backed with irrefutable evidence and solid cases. So instead they were taken aback by Director Mot affluent words and presentation through out the cases, and find themselves to ju
Whilst all over the Alliance nation is undergoing a huge waves of changes, now that they have all agreed to apply and wanted to live following the progress tracks that Aeternum has let them all to use. At the Great Southern Wasteland, the situations were a little bit difference because on the contrary expectation that the wasteland will be more manageable for the Aeternum forces, surprisingly it was a little bit to chaotic at the moment. Because currently, the Expedition Division is still in the midst of an intense war against the hordes of Wild Monsters that lived in the Wasteland.Currently, the only person incharge of the entire operation on the scene is Colonel Alessia Di Gianna, as she were with the first of the 2 batch groups that were supposed to be here. Her task is to lead the the Eternal Nights Divisions of her’s to secure the site that were given to the Aeternum by the 4 Representative and set up the perimeter to established the forward operation base. Before the second ba
In bustling city squares, people gathered around public radios and large screens broadcasting the speech. Patriotic songs erupted spontaneously, as street performers played instruments, and the crowds joined in singing with fervor. The sight of Aeternum’s blue-and-gold banners fluttering in the wind became a symbol of hope and unity.For Alemia immigrants like Dario, a young carpenter who fled his homeland years ago, the news hit like a thunderbolt. Dario’s hands trembled as he gripped the edge of the workbench he was leaning on.“They’re going to free it,”he whispered, disbelief coloring his voice. His coworker, an Aeternum citizen, clapped him on the back and said with a wide grin,“Not ‘they.’ We are going to free it.”Dario smiled for the first time in years, tears glistening in his eyes.“Yes. We are.”For the millions of Alemia refugees living in Aeternum, this was a moment of vindication. They had fled their homeland in search of safety, many of them leaving loved ones behind.
“Good afternoon, citizens of Aeternum, people of Alemia, and brave soldiers of our army.Today, we stand at the cusp of history. Today, we march towards the final chapter of a war that should never have been necessary but became inevitable due to the greed, corruption, and incompetence of Alemia’s rulers.For too long, the so-called leadership of Alemia Nation has plagued this continent with its tyranny. Their greed led them to exploit our kindness, pillage our ships, and harm our people. For months, they ransacked our trade routes and embezzled millions of gold coins from our donations meant to help their suffering people. They took what was given freely and returned betrayal.But this war is not only about Aeternum’s justice. It is about liberating a land that has been drowning in oppression for decades. Alemia’s nobles and leaders have ruled with fear, corruption, and cruelty, subjecting their people to a life of suffering, where crime and evil fester unchecked. Their governance ha
“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