As at the Aeternum Wasteland Base, War Room were getting rather tense, the same thing is happening at the Stammler city and also all the operation locations, all the operator as of the moment are already entering the most critical phase of their operation. At the Stammler City, Squad 1 is already engaging with the occupants of the Merchant Guilds top floors, where all the 3 major guild, guild masters and also the merchant groups owners were having their party. For once in their lives they never would’ve thought that they were attacked like these in the ground where they are confident that are theirs for so long.“Who are you?!…how dare you break into these room!!..do you know who we are?..”.(Merchant Guild Master Relius Jack)The first thing that the famed Greedy Pig of the Stammler City Merchant guild could utter from his mouth at the apparent disruption before him, is lashing out with his worthless words of threats. Everyone in the room were drunk and already incoherent beyond measu
It doesn’t take too long or too complicated process after all agents were to get their designated arrested, because after that, for the remaining ones that were left behind after all the actions were handled by the Maiden Unit. Aside from Squad leader Rosee and Maiden Eleanor, agent 02,03 and 04 already dragging their unconscious target out. As the chaotic scene passed, there is not a single person in the room has any capacity to be a threat, so everything went to silence at once.“Miss, what should we do about these slaves?..”.(Squad Leader Agent Rosee @ 01)“...What slaves?…01…we are in an operation ground and procedures…naturally it falls into the collateral damage category…besides…look at them…ending their suffering whilst avenging them are the best that we can do for them…”.(Maiden Eleanor)“.…..I apologize..it was out of line of me…”.(Squad Leader Agent Rosee @ 01)“Good…step out of the room…only come in after the sound stops…”.(Maiden Eleanor)It was clear what is going to happ
Today seems like any average normal day in the Wasteland, and for wasteland people once the day rise come, it is once again a hot sweltering days for all of them to work s they always does. But somehow, today somethings seems different, because unlike before, the usually Market roads or areas in all of the 4 Wasteland major settlements seems a little bit different, seems a little bit too silent, unlike the days before these. And it was more apparent when the stores that usually opened were still closed, in fact the only traders that can be seen on the market, or that opening the stores were the ones that own by the native peoples.Not a single stores that were owned by many of the large Merchant groups open at all. Their doors were still close, even the local labour that usually were already started working by hauling sacks in front of the stores are all currently waiting to be called. These is all seems extremely weird to everyone to the point where they started to feel a little bit
The sudden emptiness in the Market areas and also the guilds of Merchants, adventurer and Mercenary that has been a significant locations inside of all 4 of the Wasteland Major city, is something that shook the entire city, these situations wasn’t just unique to just Stammler city only, but the same kind of disappearance also happened on all of the Major city that have decided to follow in Aeternum alliance. With such major incident happening in the City naturally the City Guards went off ans scrambled to all the interest places to protect the area and control the masses panic. Meanwhile at the Stammler City on the other hand, the anxious City Head Guard, Warrior Kev, just like he just said, he was already rushing towards the Stammler Family Mansion on his horse.“..…My lord, The City Head Guard, Warrior Kev, is in the audience hall, requesting to meet you…it was an urgent matter…”.(Stammler Family Butler,Ben)Inside the Stammler Family Mansion, Dining room, the breakf
Not just stopping at shocking Lord Louis with the news that a lot of people have gone in a single night, Warrior Kev went ahead told the Lord about his finding at the scene. Carefully Warrior Kev speaks about the scene, and just how weird it is, there is a sign of battles take place, there were also a clear traces of the possibly dead bodies being burned to ashes and also all their property were moved. It is certainly an odd incident that happened in Stammler City, to make matters even more horrifying is that, these Guilds and also the many merchant groups, is not at all some simple existence within the city. They are the major forces that actually have the power to control the city itself, they were the Stammler City main income provider.“...They gone just like that?….just who have done these?….and just how?..”.(Lord Louis Stammler)“That is also my question, My Lord….but until now…I can’t think of anyone who can do this kind of thing at all…there is no traces of those that do these
When everyone thought that they can head back home worry free and feeling happy from the deals that they have signed with Aeternum, is actually now greeted with a rather grim and worrying news. All the lords including Aeternum representatives were seated inside of Lord Louis Study room, as Lord Louis is asking for the other lords for their helps in his current situations. It is certainly ain’t really pretty currently, as it was very clear that the situations that they were in right now, is slowly descending towards chaos. Everyone were worried about the Stammler City predicaments, because right of now, rather than thinking that Aeternum is the culprit of these incident, they have thought, perhaps the Guilds has heard about the deal with Aeternum and decided to elope at night.“..To be honest, Aeternum notoriety with the Guilds are already widespread…as we are really in war with them..and they rather feared us…I supposed them knowing about the deals and decided to fought against themse
As the lords were wrestling in their heads on how to resolves these matters, on the other hand, the most relaxed person in the room, is naturally Mr.Smith, as unlike everyone in the room, he actually knows the truth about what is happening last night, because it was Aeternum who is the one that is making everyone disappears last night. He also has already have a solutions for the entire thing actually, after all, it was all already being set up by the President at the base. Today, as per agreed, the first batch of Aeternum resource Ministry, Trading Department will made land in all 4 of the city, and started the buying of all all the Settlement stockpiled foods.Whilst it was only initially aimed to bought all the stockpiled foods of the settlements, there is a secret mission for all the Trading Department, which is to be ‘forced’ by the situations to actually become the traders for the entire settlements in order to calm the situations thanks to the sudden crisis. Aeternum who will b
Outside the Stammler City Wall, since it was around 8 in the morning, the city are already alive, there is people moving about in and out of the city. The vicinity of the city as well were also filled with is people, some were going about to hunt for monsters, some were leaving the city to find herbs and wild foods, these is the norms. The outside of the city weren’t completely barren land, there is a path of trees and small jungle here and there but, it was looking pretty much like a desert after all, but rather than the temperature being too hot, it was rather mild. Today the stark difference that many were shocked seeing it were the Aeternum large Airship, that just made land outside the city wall.“Woah!…isn’t that the floaty thingy that we saw the other day?…seems like that thing can land too…Wait, isn’t that thing have people in it?…who is those people?…look they were Demi-Human too…are they nobles?..”.(Stammler City Resident Hunters)“They looks very nice and clean…they also lo
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