This entire time I have been monitoring everything in silence, just from the reaction inside and outside the Cabinet hall, everything has been going just like anticipated. By now the aim for the war and the intention of it were already made clear to everyone. That this war is not all about vengeance but also bring peace and stability to the land around Aeternum. The people now get the idea that this war is not something that is completely personal but it is also a movement that is to spread Aeternum positivity to the land.“.…Master…the reaction…seems a bit off…”.(Elijah)“I know…it seems a bit too devout…”.“If we doesn’t controlled this new path…we might just turned to become just like the Principality of Light…we become an extremist….and that is never good..”.(Elijah)At this moment, it is exactly right that, it is because the entire nation, lead by Miss Renee Coral is now got a belief that Aeternum hold a higher ground and responsibility to changed the land around it. If I do not
The Standing ovation for Miss Renee Coral lasted for a full 3 minutes, everyone were on board with her idea and she is basically were approved and acknowledge as a true patriot right now. Her speech were already over but thanks to the crowds she lingers around the stage a for a little bit and this time in was Elijah time to walk up to the stage in the midst of everyone clapping and celebrating the young patriot. Elijah stopped and shakes hand with Miss Renee on her way to the podium, and Miss Renee were then escorted to be seated at the sitting area where the guest of the cabinet would be seated at. After a solid 30 seconds of calming down, the cabinet hall once again settled to a silence and ready for the next speaker, which is Vice President Elijah turns.“Ladies and Gentlemen of the Cabinet…I can say that I am very proud, to be here today…and able to listened and see our younger generation has produced a brilliant patriotic soul…I felt rewarded to see that our people has now come t
Once I stood up and walked towards the stage, everyone were keeping their silence, I can feel that everyone were looking at me with respect and also worries, I supposed my last appearance contributed to this kind of outlook. But then again, it is fine as it commanding a focus and also respect from my people, as always, Sareen, Andrea and Elijah that were already on the stage helped me move carefully, of which I don’t really need their help but, since I am practicably still in recovery, it helps with the acts, making it looked more convincing to everyone that were watching me.“Good Afternoon, Everyone, Cabinet members and attendees…and People of Aeternum…it is a pleasure to be here…and I must say…that in the last few days…as I followed the minutes of the meeting closely…and I can say for certain…that you all should be proud of yourself…because you all has done what you all should have done….not rushing into a decisions…but instead discussing every option that there is out there…That..
At this point in the meeting, it was already very clear of what the end decision would be, as by now everyone understand that war with Alemia Nation is no longer can be avoided, the Citizens has been asking for it and they were showing reasons and enough evidence. Vice President Elijah has also shown her non rejection comment too, and when it comes to the President he also has taken the stage and never said about not going to war at all, but rather were talking about the war and what it would bring to the nation a a whole. Since by now no one has stood up and voiced that the war should not happen, it was safe to say that the war will happen and it would be something that were done by Aeternum with a convictions and a moral high ground.“What the president just said were true…we should not be consumed by anger and rage…”.(Suchong)As if only realizing that their anger for all this time has been rather misdirected, All of Aeternum citizens started to calmed themselves down. Clearly thei
Whilst I were on the podium, I still pay a close attention to everything, especially the people reaction to me calming them down. All of Aeternums were tend to be a little bit to passionate when it comes to me and my words, their ridiculous loyalty and devotion made them the way they are, that is what the best for them and also a little bit tiresome to deal with. I have Mina who is on the desk to keep an eye on her monitor to observed the crowd outside reaction, as I already told her to pay a close attention to it before I went up to the stage. And now seeing that she is giving a thumbs up, I know that the situation outside were under controlled and the reaction that they were giving is just like I wanted them to be.“...My people…although war…is not something that I fond of…but at the end of the day…it is also something that we cannot be avoid of…we are after all…a sovereign nation..we have our belief, standing and reputation to uphold….a responsibility to keep our land and people sa
Now that I am the one that is saying blatant truth about the Alemia Nation, everyone can finally be safe and at ease, after all, everyone in the cabinet hall just wanting to say the same thing as me, but they were being careful about it as they didn’t want to appear disrespectful or even just anti-Alemia Nation and thus provoke some dissatisfaction amongst the Ex-Alemia Nation people and also the antagonizing the Alemia Nation directly. Now that I finally said it, everyone can now finally stop tip toeing their words and just blasted it away the next time.“But still!…despite everything shady and just outright evil..many of the leaders and nobles of Alemia Nation were….I believed that there is also some that were kind, upright and also dutiful to their lands and people…after all…if their leaders were all so evil and we were just right next door…I am sure that many would already left that nation and be with us…and that nation should already be empty…correct?….”.Once again, everyone nod
In today Cabinet meeting there were already many shocking moments that has shook the world of Many Aeternum. From the start everyone were glued to their seat to see what would to day meeting bring to their lives, but until now, no one has ever been able to see where this moment would take them. And just now, the President of the nation has said something that brought everyone shocks to the point that they were gaping their mouths and bulging their eyes in disbelief, one of the 3 Dukes of Alemia Nation,name were said inside the Aeternum Cabinet hall.“[As I were contemplating in many things…an ally has come to me, from Alemia Nation…one that knows of how the nation is in peril…he knows what is going on in his nation and to it’s people..he had enough of it..he saw his nation divided, war erupted, crimes went our of the scale…he learned and knows of what the current nobles and leaderships has done to the nation…and it brought nothing but destruction's to his land and nation….Through him
As his name were already being mentioned, and finally he was being introduced by the President himself, Duke Oliver Gust is now finally made his appearance officially inside Aeternum Cabinet Hall. A Prestigious place in Aeternum governance constitution, as the double door entrance were swing opened, Everyone saw the dashing middle aged man standing outside, and truly he does live up to the expectation, he walked with a proud manner, like a true knight, proudly oozing his Tier 3 knightly aura all over the place, that can be felt by everyone right now. Naturally if this were any other places, or just even any other palace in the world, his aura would put anyone into fear. But this is Aeternum Cabinet Hall, everyone here were strong, so his aura affect no one at all.All eyes were on him as he made his way towards the stage and walked up to it. Although the President announced that he was an ally, still his appearance, carries with his oozing Aura, made everyone in the hall were wary of
The project would take time—perhaps years—but its impact would begin in weeks.“Once the roads are in place,” Merrica said, entering her chamber with a report in hand, “we’ll be able to move goods faster, respond to crises quicker, and prepare for the second phase: economic zone development.”Helen took the report with a tired, but satisfied smile. “This… this they will see. This they will believe.”“And when they do,” Merrica said, “they’ll follow.”Late that night, as the wind howled against the palace windows, Helen stood in her private study, gazing out at the flickering torches lining the city streets. In her hand was a smooth, curved stone from the first road pile—just a plain stone, but to her, it was the beginning of a foundation.Her fingers closed around it as she whispered to herself, “Let this road lead us to a better kingdom.” And with that, the first steps into a new Hallerus had begun.The throne room had seen war plans, council betrayals, and royal declarations. But on
The ministers eagerly pointed out their favorite places from their student years.“Over there—that café served synthetic ice cream you have to try.”“That’s the district where I first saw a holographic opera.”“This is where I spent hours in the central library—eight floors of pure knowledge.”Helen listened with quiet amusement and growing wonder. These weren’t just stories. This was the future.They stopped first at a shopping promenade, where modern boutiques lined the plaza. Aeternum fashion—streamlined, elegant, tailored for form and comfort—was on full display.Helen tried on a pale blue dress lined with iridescent threads that shifted color slightly under different lighting. She admired herself in the mirror. Regal, yet free. She hadn’t felt this light in years.Merrica chuckled as she twirled slightly. “Careful. You’ll make the palace tailors obsolete.”Next came the Aeternum cuisine district. The aroma of spices, imported meats, baked delicacies and exotic fruit blends filled
Meerkat sipped from his flask; eyes gleaming. “Monster cores alone could offset our collective energy reliance on Aeternum’s hybrid reactors. If those dungeons are stabilized and regulated under UNA protocols, we’re looking at a resource boom.”Angela arched an eyebrow. “All that assumes stability. A kingdom can’t regulate dungeons if they can’t regulate their own court.”“Well,” Meerkat said with a shrug, “that’s what Merrica’s for, isn’t it?”They all laughed lightly—because it was true. The man’s reputation preceded him. Hallerus may have signed with a queen, but Merrica had built the bridge.Kaneda leaned forward. “It’s risky, but it’s a calculated risk. We’re not signing blind loyalty here. We’re watching. Evaluating. But make no mistake—if this works, Hallerus becomes the keystone of continental connectivity.”Redwall drummed his fingers on his knee. “I suppose that’s why we’re here. Not to clap at the signing. But to see if the queen is truly changed.”“She is,” Angela said qui
“And now, a major announcement: With the signing complete, Hallerus Kingdom is formally inducted into the United Nation Alliance as its thirty-first member. This marks a turning point—not only for Hallerus, but for the entire Central Continent.”“The UNA, now composed of thirty-one sovereign nations, officially becomes the largest unified alliance in the world’s history—its reach, economic power, and strategic cooperation unmatched by any prior coalition.”“Following this event, Aeternum has confirmed it will begin a nationwide rollout of its Super Stores, factories, and humanitarian infrastructure in Hallerus territory. In exchange, Hallerus will provide critical resources and cultural integration into the alliance structure.”“Public reaction is already beginning to surface—here in New City, spontaneous celebrations have begun in the multicultural districts where former Hallerians live. Meanwhile, markets across the UNA are surging in response to the stability this alliance signifie
“I don’t forget betrayal easily,” I said. “And Aeternum doesn’t forget pain lightly. What happened between us—it scarred people. People who trusted Hallerus. Soldiers who bled for your freedom. Civilians who saw us pulled out overnight.”“I know,” Helen said. “And I accept the cost.”“But,” I said, letting the word hang before softening my tone, “I do respect accountability.”Her eyes met mine. “Then we start again?”“We do,” I said, extending a hand.She took it. Her grip was firm.“We bury the hatchet,” I added. “But let’s be clear—this is not a return to old friendship. This is a new foundation. One built on lessons learned.”Helen nodded. “Agreed.”Merrica exhaled, satisfied. “It’s what both sides need.”I looked at Helen, voice calm. “You have a second chance now. Few leaders get that. Don’t waste it.”She nodded again, quietly this time. “I won’t.”“Good,” I said. “Because your people need you more than ever. Rule wisely. Rule well. Let this alliance be your legacy.”For the fir
“We’ll export more to Hallerus—especially food. You’ll need it. In return, we’ll import more raw ore and minerals. Your mining sector’s still decent, right?”“It is.”“Then let’s grow that. More volume, more jobs, more imports on both sides.”He beamed. “Thank you, my friend.”I smiled back. “You’ll find I don’t just use the whip.”“A carrot, then?”“Always. A balanced hand is how you keep control. Too much punishment, and you push people away. Too much reward, and they forget who they owe.”Merrica nodded slowly. “You’ve become a real ruler.”I stood, offering my hand again. “I became what this world needed.”He shook it. “And I’ll make sure Hallerus becomes what Aeternum can trust.”We stood in silence for a moment longer. The sound of cheering still floated in faintly from the streets below. Somewhere out there, Queen Helen was being paraded through New City—through a modern marvel built from vision and precision. Through a world she couldn’t have imagined a year ago.And now, she’
“They’re… happy to see us?” she asked, disbelief in her voice.Duke Merrica gave her a half-smile. “Some of them, yes. The others are watching. Judging. As they should.”One young woman in the crowd, her hair wrapped in Aeternum’s signature style, waved a small Hallerus flag and called out, “Welcome back! My family’s from Archenport—we’re with you!”Helen felt a warmth rise in her chest. Her lips curled, hesitant, but sincere. She lifted a gloved hand and waved back.Her ministers behind her smiled with relief. The people hadn’t forgotten them. Or maybe… maybe Aeternum’s citizens were willing to forgive, even if their leaders were not.Still, with each new marvel the city revealed, her pride took another small wound.Digital traffic signs shifted in real-time. Elevated walkways moved gently above the streets. Tall towers bore solar glass and climate control systems beyond her comprehension. Everything was clean. Efficient. Vibrant.Hallerus, by contrast, was still struggling to clear
“But that’s not all,” he said. “We’re not just building stores. We’re buying land.”Elijah’s eyes narrowed. “Land?”Andrea arched a brow. “Personal Aeternum-controlled territory?”“Exactly,” Mies said. “We’ll negotiate the purchase and designation of sovereign Aeternum land within Hallerus. Locations where we will build permanent structures—embassies, farms, factories. Property they can’t touch. Not legally. Not politically.”Andrea crossed her arms. “You want to turn this alliance into territorial leverage.”“I want security,” Mies said. “We trusted them once. And they betrayed us. This time, we own the pieces on the board. If they want access to food and prosperity, they give us something real in return. Soil.”Elijah nodded. “No oversight from their monarchy. No interference. Full extraterritorial jurisdiction.”Mies smiled. “Exactly. We build an Aeternum that lives inside their walls. One they can’t tear down without declaring war.”Andrea added, “And when we build those farms and
“We’re proud Aeternians now,” said one local organizer. “But we remember where we came from. If we can help fix the old home while serving the new one, why not?”In university lecture halls, students debated passionately.“Strategically, re-integrating Hallerus into Aeternum’s economic sphere is a no-brainer,” one economics major argued. “We’ll be able to shape their policies from within.”“But trust is a currency too,” another replied. “If we spend it on the wrong partner again, we might pay more than we think.”In a small park in the east district, a group of Aeternum veterans sat on a bench, medals on their coats, eyes on the screens showing news footage of Andrea’s visit.“You remember that street?” one said, pointing.“I remember clearing it house by house,” another replied. “They cheered us one day. Chased us out the next.”The youngest of them, silent until now, finally spoke.“We gave them peace once. Maybe it’s time to give them a future.”Silence followed. No one disagreed.