As now that the nation is already preparing to go to war, now that the war is 100 percent confirmed, for Aeternums this news is something that put a passion in their hearts, after all, the broadcast earlier had made them all felt included in everything and they knows how everything come to be. And thus every single Aeternum patriot come back to continue their lives with vigor, knowing that soon enough the Aeternum situation would change, although what is weird to many is that rather than feeling depressed and fear of the incoming war, everyone were pumped up and supporting the war with consent, a situation that has never happened ever before.“Usually when war comes chaos would ensue the entire nation and everyone would just run back to their home and lived in fear…but here….us?…we just getting more excited about it…”.(Young Jackson)The young man is always be the one that will aired out the oddity, and everyone around him always finds his reasons were funny.“well, Jackson boy….this
As the night came for the world, Aeternum cities still up and alive, and the topic for today conversation for all of the Aeternum citizens were naturally is the up and coming war. At the new mansion at in Aeternum New City, the Gust family right now has now all assembled, from the patriarch to all the vassal lord are now in a meeting inside the mansion largest hall. Despite the coming war that is coming for them, everyone in the hall were in a delighted mood and a celebration. Why because today, there is just too many good new to the entire family, and today their prestige and legitimacy has rose once again.“Hooray..for Lord Duke!!….Hooray for our new Governor!!!…hooray!! for change!!!…”.(Viscount Crisp Tackey)The committed vassal to Duke Oliver Gust are currently the loudest to celebrate their new position and glory. It has to be known that like their lord, all of the Gust Family Vassal all wanted to joined Aeternum, as they were all enlightened by Aeternum governance and progresse
Although the Hall of guest inside the Gust Family Mansion were now rowdy as it was filled with Duke Himself were enjoying their moment with all the male inside the house. The bright and colorful garden outside that were filled will all the ladies of the house were in a rather concentration moment, even the eldest daughter of the Duke, Francesca Oliver were seated together with her mothers and her foster aunt. Countess Jelina has just revealed a news that Countess Sarra Gust has officially attracted the attention of the Vice President Elijah and that news brought shock to everyone.“The Vice President wanted to meet with me?….”.(Countess Sarra Gust)“...yes…and she also get a permission and approval from his highness President….and you see…usually when it comes to things like these…vice president Elijah…rarely speaks of it to the President…she were and have the power to do what she likes anyway….but for this somehow..there is an input from the president himself….so that alone shows som
For the ladies of Gust Family of which is definitely have the same power as all the woman in Aeternum when it comes to responsibility in their family. When they were exposed and now about to become a player inside of Aeternum government, they were quite shock and taken aback, Countess Sarra and Duchess Cassi Gust, definitely knew Countess Jelina story, as they have heard and even witness her life story, by themselves and also through Duke Oliver mentioning her. After all, if fate were not so cruel to her, she would already become the first lady of the Gust family and not Cassi Gust. But right now, instead of just dying into obscurity as anyone would’ve thought, she has rose to a position of the 1st governor and one of the powerful woman in Aeternum. A position of power, seniority and influence in Aeternum that even the Gust Ducal House can’t compared to her. Hence when she speaks of an opportunity, everyone had to listened to her seriously.“You don’t really have to worry much…you hav
As Aeternum were preparing for a war, in Alemia Nation everyone were in the blind of what in going just over their border. These days in Alemia Nation were just like any other day in this chaotic nation, filled with crime and misfortune to those that called this nation their home. Not enough with the casual daily chaos, the new civil war didn’t help to make anything better at all, because of the war everything were getting even more chaotic and in dire situation, dying a dog death on the side of the street were all the norm these days. In the bleak downcast city named Georgina, everything were still like it always been. It was basically lawless and kindness were very rare here, the normal people has been avoiding the town officials just as they did towards the bandits and the criminals.City of Georgina is located in the Northeastern Alemia Region, around 20 kilometer away from the Alemia City, the Capital City of Alemia Nation, and the Sunders City that were located at the Eastern Re
For many of the Red Cow Gang members, they have witnessed a lot of type of people and the threat that these people possessed, and the groups of big bulky man that were before them this time, their threat were off the roof, and the only kind of people that can oozed an aura of intimidation by just standing before a person were the tiered people. And these bulky and serious people were just like that, they just appeared as someone that can ripped apart a person with their bare hand. Thus as thug as these gang member can be, they would never dare to act smart before these type of people.“Umm…sir?…what can a gang member like me can do to help you, good sir?..”.(Leo)Leo tried to be as respectful as he can be, unintentionally felt the need to beg for his life at the same time.“Me and my people want to trade in the Underground Black Market….we..bring a lot of good things…like these….”.(Bolgun)Bolgun, called upon one of his men, and have them opened the large sack that they have been car
When the scary bulky group of dudes, finally decent into the cellar door that leads to the massive underground black market. For the many Red Cow Gang members that were guarding the door, all of them felt that they just survived a wild storm. In the same time, a concerning uncomfortable situation started to spread all over the Black Market, as these 2 and half meter tall muscly dudes started to appeared in the market ground with their massive sacks.“Leo..you bastard….you should watched your mouth more..you idiot!…we are the guard of a black market…where all type of people come here to do business….you are just a stupid foot soldier not the owner of the market that you can just asked whatever you want…”.(Bald Bob)“..S..sorry dude…”.(Leo)Bald Bob, as soon as the scary bunch left them alone and go on their merry way. He started to just gave Leo his biggest dressing down, his thuggish unplaced attitude has just about to get him killed.“Fuck your sorry…Leo…man..no wonder you would alwa
Sir Joseph is to be quite honest is rather quite off vibes for a man like him to be living in an Underground town that were owned by an gangster. Every native of the Georgina City can recognized these dazzling middle aged gentleman from just a glance. He is a well known Knight Commander of the City Guard troops once upon a time, not too long ago, but now he is down here working as one of the Red Cow Gang sergeant. One could say that he fell from grace too down low now, but rather than seems like a man that has been down in a gutter, mulled in sadness and gloom. Sir Joseph is rather vibrant and springy, In fact for the last few months he has been a rather dedicated man to the gang.Many knows of his story how, he defiantly went against his lord order to perform many hideous act. And then he was hunted down a like an animal for his disobedience, his entire families were killed, leaving the only survivor were him and his young son, that is luckily studied in Aeternum at that time. He the
Outside in the streets of New City, a mural was already being painted on the wall of a youth center—depicting two children, one Aeternian and one Hallerian, sitting together at a shared desk beneath the words:"Wisdom Unites What War Divides."The mural was uncommission—but no one was taking it down. From within the homes, classrooms, and council chambers of Aeternum, the message was clear: the world was learning, and they were learning from Aeternum.And that made the people walk taller.Because every road rebuilt in Hallerus, every classroom opened, every young mind taught in their system—was a quiet victory for Aeternum’s vision. The age of empires was ending. The age of influence had begun.The great hall of Hallerus Royal Palace hadn’t hosted a summit like this in over a generation. Not for war. Not for taxation. But for education.Long tables stretched beneath arched stone windows, newly adorned with fresh flags representing each province of the Hallerus Kingdom. The air smelled
Contracts were awarded to the newly established Hallerus Road Commission, overseen by both local talent and advisory engineers from Aeternum. Bright orange marker flags began appearing all over the kingdom, outlining future road paths. Caravans brought in equipment, gravel, construction tools—and, notably, several transport trucks from Aeternum carrying the first batch of reinforced roadstone, a durable blend sourced from the Stone Ring mountains.Helen personally visited the first construction site just outside the capital—a winding, broken stretch leading to a key trade town in the east.She knelt beside the workers, running her fingers through the packed dirt and gravel. “This path,” she said to a nearby foreman, “will be the spine of our kingdom.”He blinked, surprised at her presence, then bowed. “Then we’ll make sure it’s strong, Your Majesty.”As roadwork began, the kingdom watched. Villages previously isolated by floods or rough terrain saw the first signs of inclusion. Mercha
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