As soon as the meeting ended, rather than staying at the Stammler Mansion, as Louis Stammler invited and insisted that I stayed there for a night and enjoyed their hospitality. I declined their invitations, stating that I can’t do so, because I have a lot of jobs to do at the moment, so instead, once again, Aeternum appearance made an uproar in the Stammler City as Aeternum Airship landed right outside of the city wall. A lot of people went rather crazy with the latest technology appearing before their eyes, thankfully all the city guards were already informed about these matter, if not there will be an endless trouble for me.“How’s your visit there, Master….is it good?..”. (Colonel Yvone)“It went as we expected…it is going great,…now that they have leaved everything to us…it will be much more easier for us to deal with everything…”.As the Airship flew on route to the Aeternum Wasteland Base, I am resting inside the Airship pilot cabin. To me I liked these place, because I can see
All of Maiden Unit as well as all of Aeternum upper echelon that has been working together with me since the start, all of them were not normal at all, sure they looked like they were on the outside, but when it comes to me, they all were like a zealous pious believer, that believes truly that if anything that is against me or anything that does not followed my will, all of them should be eradicated at once. Although I like these kind of thinking from all of them, at times it kinda feels scary too. After all, they often leaned towards the extreme first rather than thinking like an average people, that is why Yvone said something so ominous easily like that.Because she knows that if I were to just said, to conquer everything in the bloodiest manner, even Elijah and the sisters would say yes and be the first one to arrived here. Their devotion to me is unshakable at all, but right now for the current me, I don’t feel like spilling to much blood like I used to before, sure, with Aeternu
To be honest, I am not entirely shocked that Colonel Xing would be here standing and walking with me, what shocked is Student Adriana Jelina. I never thought that she would be cleared to be here these quick, actually a few days ago, as soon as the situation has been stabilized here at the base, I already cleared the base to be able to be visited from Aeternum. I know to open the travel path to here, would help boost the base developments, but all the clearance can only be given by Aeternum Homeland Defence Ministry and only those organization that affiliated with the government would be granted access to these privileges.“Yvone, Alessia…how that that kid were able to get here?…I assume there is also a bunch of students here right?..”.“Oh that?…well, she received the permission from Vice President herself..she also got a written recommendation from the University Dean…Apparently the Cabinet were in session yesterday and since you have lifted the ban of travel to here….the Cabinet alr
Adriana Jelina enthusiastic response and reactions is rather too much for me, to entertain so instead I just told her to do her own assessment on her own job, after all that is her task here. As for me and the others we headed straight to the Command Center Building, since it was newly finished everything is more comfortable right now. Currently it was also the busiest place in the Base. All the soldiers and the staffs of the base move back and forth to these base to get their works. Yesterday, the building has also finished installing the first ever Magic Radio tower on the rooftop of the building.From now on, be it the signal from the radio or even the direct communication to Aeternum, everything will be much more clearer and no more delays. And also, it will no longer required, T.A.S to strengthen the signal, and instead right now, the computer in the base can now be connected to Aeternum main database. Making it easier for everyone to work and any documentations to finished much
Right after the meeting with the Aeternum President, Unlike the Aeternum President who hurried left the Stammler City, all the lords still decided to stay in the hospitality of the Stammler Family, all of the 4 lords right now, were in an informal setting where they were enjoying what they considered the first calm nights that they have experience after years of headache because of the Wasteland worsening situations. It was a seldom occasions to see all the 4 lords sat down on a single balcony in peace, after all, all 4 of them never really do be in a good terms with each others, each and single one of them has a history of battles against one and another.“Those Merchants made it seems like Aeternum is the worst type of people out there…whilst the truth is…they were the one that with the black heart…..”.(Reqkin Rivgog)“I know right?…When Little Lobelia told me that she wanted to go to Aeternum…I rather reluctant…but now, letting her go was the right decisions after all…Seeing
As the day slowly turned dark and the stars slowly getting brighter in the sky, all the Lords along with Agent Smith as their story teller about Aeternum, everyone comes to understand more about what Aeternum is and whom the President is, they come to found out about the President philosophy and his strong will against racism that has been practiced by humans. How he single handedly created the most perfect government that everyone were satisfied with, over the times, all the Lords has found a new perspective about Aeternum as a whole. And Naturally they also learned about the do’s and don’t when it comes to the President.“We never knew that…that is how it went down with the Church of Light in the Tri-Nation Valley war…turns out that the people who called themselves the purest and the righteous ones actually wanted to played gods…and then got their asses handed back to them..Hah~ how satisfying it is to here that..”.(Rhowanda Mudswan)“...So right now, Aeternum is actually enemies wi
Whilst the Stammler family Mansion in the Stammler city were in a good vibes as all the Lords were listening to Agent Smith tales about Aeternum, on the other part of the city the night isn’t as peaceful as everyone thought it might be. Especially for the 3 Major Guilds that is currently bewildered as to why they haven’t received any information about what is going on inside the Stammler Family Mansion as they usually does every day or when something important happened. Everything has been a smooth sailing for them ever since they set foots on these lands, not only they were revered by everyone but also they have been living like kings for so long that a mere Guild Master were able to make anything they liked.“Why is that Lingard Joel is far too late these days…we haven’t got any reports from them at all?…even our people in the mansion haven’t come out from that place at all?…did all the lord having a party of any kind?..”.(Merchant Guild Master Relius Jack)Sitting inside on the top
As that atmosphere at the secret top floor of the Merchant guild become more merry, at a dilapidated mud house right across the street of it, were all silence and filled with seriousness. From the outside, the mud house looked exactly the same as any other houses beside it and in the city. But in the inside it was different, because at the moment, the sound of people gearing up and racking their silenced firearms were constantly reverberate. The entire house were filled with Aeternum A.C.I.A agents, which is all of them above Tier 2, it can be said that in the entire Stammler City these is the strongest gathering of powerhouse.“All these greedy pigs talking with each others disgust me!…Ptui!…”.(Agent Spider @ 02)“There will always people like them in these world, 02…these kind of people are normal in Fantasma, we Aeternums were the only kind that is different…as we all have values and humanity in us…03, can you pass me that Flash bomb…I’m gonna blind those bastard the first thing I
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