Duke Oliver got his eye widened as His daughter mentioned Adriana Jelina can’t make it to become a Maiden. That is very shocking to hear, after all, Adriana Jelina were known as a prodigy and a sought after prospect in the Aeternum Royal University, even to the public, she is a well famous icon, not just as her role as the Student Body President, but also as the Daughter of Aeternum First Governor and a philanthropist.“She can’t make it?….why?..”.(Governor Duke Oliver Gust)“It’s Because being a Maiden is a big responsibility….they are serving the President, the Royal Family and also the 5 Ministers…not to mentioned that a Maiden must be above Tier 1 and also able to do everything that is needed….Also….this is told to me, By Madam Elijah herself…..A maiden were chosen…by the Maiden Unit itself…it is not something that can be apply at all…..Dear, Husband….I supposed Colonel Xing has arrived?..”.(Countess Sarra Gust)In the middle of the Conversation between father and daughter, Counte
Ever since the absurd war happened, between Queen Romella and her own son, Crown Prince Amariss, Queen Romella peaceful and lavish life end. The peace and the rich life that she were given by Aeternum were destroyed by her own blood, at least to her that what she felt. To be brutally honest the peace and the victory that she obtained from Aeternum, at all this entire time, she had done absolutely nothing at all to preserved it nor even to even improved the entire nation. Instead the job of administrating the nation, fell to her vassal, meanwhile she just ever so regularly dropped by to see and observed, as long as the situation were just normal, that was enough for her, and she would gladly enjoyed her lavish unlimited life that she never had before.Queen Romella, unlike her son, actually feared Aeternum prowess, and for her, she knew not to offend Aeternum is the best way for her to keep her way of life. But over the course of time, that fear were corroded by ignorance and bliss, sh
The fact that the Viscount openly mocked Aeternum is something that all of them took a great pleasure of doing it. To them they already long forgotten the favour that Aeternum had done to them and their nation, the fact that Aeternum leaved them alone and endured being betrayed by the Crown Prince Amariss in the Hallerus Kingdom Civil war, yet Aeternum did not retaliate, they all see this silence as cowardice act. And then when they plundered the Aeternum fleet, and got no reaction from Aeternum they sees it as, Aeternum as a weak nation. Though Viscount Pearl forgot, that there were many times, where the Aeternum fleet retaliate and every time Aeternum do, he lost his army. Yet, since the nation that he harassed, barely said anything, so ignorantly he sees it as his win.“Perhaps they were strong…hence I don’t want all of us to just ignored their threats….”.(Crown Prince Amariss)The Crown Prince rather haughty and misplaced timing of words of wisdom's, only attracts silence and snee
As both side of the Alemia Nation warring faction were wondering and pondering about the clear silence and absence of Aeternum. At the same time, all over the nation, a clear shift of mood are already spread throughout the entire nation, without those that are deemed to be the enemies knows about it. A.C.I.A who’s controlled and already become the crown monarch of Alemia Nation underworld, has already started to move, being they were the the one that formed and supported the Alemia Civilian revolution forces, word and news of warning were spread, from one town to another, and one village to another.Inside the sealed and siege Alemia Capital City, 4 noble family, are currently in conference with a few more people of the Civilian revolution officials. Today, it was a good news for everyone, because after a long time of them waiting and hiding in the city that is currently in war. A messenger comes knocking on their door, and it comes from their hopeful leader that they all put on the
The motivation and the belief behind the Alemia Civilian Revolution army were simple, they just wanted a better life and to be safe as the lived as they always was. And to all the revolution soldiers and their army, the closes they ever be and experience to this dreams of theirs is when they were ruled briefly under Aeternum Military. That is the only fond memories for everyone in Alemia Nation, the only moment that the commoners, slaves and nobles actually able to live without any worries, got enough food to eat and safe from banditry, war and monsters. The presence of Aeternum governance, brought the feeling of safety, serenity and prosper, the kind of feeling that they never felt under the rule of their nobles and Royals.Even Duke Oliver Gust, the one that they all called leader strive the same goals as everyone and he was the one that ushered everyone that. For everyone to be able to actually live their life to the fullest, is for Alemia Nation to become apart of Aeternum. With e
Aeternum were known and also believed by all, that they were kind, just and also benevolent, but at the same time, they were also known for their stern and strict manners. They does not tolerate anyone that do not conform to their orders and regulation, this is a value that everyone knows about Aeternum, and for this naturally, the Alemia People also knows about this, as they not only have been under Aeternum once, but since many of them strive to become an Aeternum citizens, they abide by these rules and values. If Corporal Leku were any normal military officers or even a noble from Alemia Nation, this order and a reminder from him, would be ignored by Viscount Danny Eliot, Emet and the others, but as he was an Aeternum military officer and the order that he brought were only by Duke Oliver Gust, but also the Aeternum Grand General. Them as just a normal plebeians had to stand down.“Stand down…stayed inside and just listened to the radio?….that’s it?…..why?..”.(Emet)Viscount Danny
Just like what is currently transpire in Alemia Capital City, where Corporal Leku were tasked to delivered the secret mission to the Revolution forces. All over Alemia Nation, that same kind of event were happening all over the entire nation. Thanks to Duke Oliver Gust fellow nobles that supported his effort, and collaborating with the Civilian forces in order to liberate themselves. The night of the order were given, all over Alemia Nation the Alemia Civilian Revolution forces were all busied themselves as they all spread all over the places and planted the radios, in preparation for the big day tomorrow. For sure, that when the radio news were aired, there will be no corner in Alemia Nation that people couldn’t hear the declaration of war.Meanwhile, in Aeternum as all the gears were in motion, The President of Aeternum, along with a dozens of Maidens, were on the road to the Military Base in the Eastern Border. The convoy moved at the afternoon of the day, and as always it created
My arrival at the Eastern Border base, is not at all a secret that need to be kept, hence once I arrived, immediately the Eastern Border Town, instantly sprung into liveliness. Civilians comes from all over Aeternum territory flocked here for the historic moment, that they knew will be written in Aeternum history, or perhaps they were just here to see me. I will not brag at all, but my popularity as the President and also the ruler of Aeternum is actually widely spread, and it was not even exaggerating that many were worshiping me, to the point that I even worried about it, I am afraid that the people would make a cult about me.Suffice to say the change that Aeternum had made in this world were massive, and the fact that Aeternum has become a haven for the Demi-Human and the rejected had contributed to Aeternum popularity and me. The changed that I made, impacted a lot of lives, and it was all thanks to me that these people were able to live humanely as they should be and deserved. T
“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.
“Accepted,” Helen said firmly.Andrea paused. “You are aware that this pricing is higher than what our allied nations pay?”“I am.”“And that it reflects the cost of your past decisions.”“I am aware.”Andrea’s expression didn’t soften. But there was a shift. A sliver of respect, perhaps.“We also request that Queen Helen and her full court travel to New Concordia,” Andrea said. “To sign the official alliance treaty in Aeternum, under President Mies' direct oversight.”That stung.A silent reminder: You no longer stand as an equal.But Helen did not flinch. “We will come.”Merrica remained quiet beside her, eyes locked forward, proud but weathered. He knew this was necessary. He knew, like her, that survival always demanded a cost.And this was the only path forward.Andrea stood, signaling the end of the meeting. “Then prepare your delegation. You have one week.”As Andrea and her entourage exited, Helen remained still, her hand brushing the edge of the map of Hallerus that lay on th
“I can prep the full economic framework in three days. I’ll soften it slightly—give them just enough dignity to sign without choking.”“Good,” I said. “Let them keep their crown and their pride, as long as we own their economy.”Andrea gave a subtle nod. “Then I’ll schedule the official visit. They’ll come to us.”“And when they do,” I said, voice cold and precise, “we’ll welcome them with smiles. And let them know who holds the scales now.”Andrea paused. “Anything else you want me to add in the background?”“Yes,” I said after a moment. “Tell them we’ll open an Aeternum Super Store in the capital as a gesture of goodwill. Make it sound benevolent.”Andrea smirked. “And on the inside?”“It’s a spearhead,” I said. “Once we’re in, we don’t leave.”“Understood, Mr. President.”The screen blinked as the call ended. I turned to Elijah, who was already compiling the summary.“Draft the formal invitation,” I ordered. “Summon Queen Helen and her full court to New City. They’ll arrive as sove
“This city is broken,” she said at last.“Which means it’s ripe,” Jessica added with a glint in her eye. “Imagine if we opened Aeternum Super Store branches here. Not just in the capital—but in every major city.”Robert nodded. “We’d dominate the market before they even knew what hit them. Food, tech, textiles. We could monopolize the entire consumer chain.”Andrew chuckled, finally seeing the silver lining. “We’d be heroes to the people. And villains to the nobles—well, if any are still left standing.”“People like what fills their stomachs,” Jessica said. “Right now, they’re starving for quality. They’ll welcome us like saviors.”Andrea folded her arms, surveying the square again. She could already envision the clean, modern storefronts replacing the crumbling stalls. Self-sanitizing kiosks. Subsidized food packs. Nutritional water stations. Supply chains optimized by Aeternum AI logistics.“This city’s a blank slate now,” she said softly. “Their failure is our opportunity. And this
“Minister Andrea, Her Majesty sends word. She invites you to join her in the council chamber once your tour is complete.”Andrea nodded without looking at him. “Tell her I’ll return shortly. Let her know the city has spoken louder than any court could.”The young man paled but bowed again and hurried off.Andrea resumed walking. “They’re ashamed. Helen saw the city, I’m sure. She knew I’d see this mess.”“She should be ashamed,” Jessica said. “But she’s trying. And she listened to her uncle, at least.”“Yes,” Andrea admitted. “That’s the only reason we’re even here.”They continued walking in silence until they reached the edge of the once-thriving industrial sector. The machinery was still, some pieces looted, others rusting like ancient bones. Andrea crouched beside a discarded engine part, running her fingers over the insignia stamped on the metal.“Aeternum-built,” she whispered. “We left it here. And they left it to rot.”She stood, her voice tightening. “No more gifts. No more r
“I come bearing news from President Mies,” Andrea said. “He has authorized me to reestablish economic relations between Aeternum and Hallerus.”The words fell like rain on droughted soil. Gasps. Whispers. And then—cheers stifled by etiquette.Helen blinked. “You’re serious?”Andrea raised a brow. “I don’t waste time, Your Majesty. Our logistics and trade units will begin routing initial shipments within two weeks. In exchange, we’d like preferred trading status for key Hallerian exports. Wheat. Marble. Blackvine spices.”Helen nodded rapidly. “Of course. Anything.”Andrea turned her gaze slightly. “Be aware: the initial tariffs will reflect… the past breakdown in our diplomatic relations.”A slight smile touched her lips. Not warm. Calculated.Helen bowed her head, just enough. “A fair penalty. One we accept.”Andrea’s expression softened—barely. “Good. Then consider today the first page in a new chapter.”Helen stepped forward. “Minister Andrea, may I speak plainly?”Andrea nodded on
“We’re sending an envoy,” I said. “I want a diplomatic team ready to leave within the week. Formal clothes, soft language, but firm posture. They’ll deliver the proposal to reopen channels with Hallerus.”Andrea raised an eyebrow. “And if they hesitate?”“They won’t,” I said. “Helen’s smarter than she was. She knows what Aeternum means now—not just power. Stability. Progress. A future. Her people know it too. They’re already lining up to buy our products again. Her economy needs us more than she’d ever admit.”Andrea took notes. “Do we offer full partnership or just trade?”“Start with trade. Let her work for the rest.”Elijah crossed his arms. “You’re playing the long game.”“Always,” I said. “She showed backbone. Now she has to show consistency. If Hallerus stays clean, stays reformed, we talk alliance in two years. Maybe joint ventures. Maybe intelligence sharing.”Andrea looked up. “And if they regress?”“Then the gloves come off,” I said. “I owe Merrica nothing now. The ledger is
“Shadow diplomacy?”“Shared progress,” I corrected. “No puppet states. No conquest. We build allies, not subjects.”“And if she fails?”“She won’t.”“You trust her?”“I trust momentum.”Silence settled between us. Weighty. Calculated.“She came to the edge,” I said. “She looked down. She chose to climb.”I placed my palm on the table. Pulled up the interlink data from the last ACIA relay. A still frame of Helen and Merrica, standing beside a new council—half of them former commoners. Not a single noble.“She’s rewriting the code of kingship,” Elijah said.“She’s writing history.”Elijah nodded. “I’ll alert the Council of Governors. Phase One integration can begin. Cultural exchange programs. Civil training volunteers.”“Quiet. Measured.”“As always.”I watched the horizon past the glass. My reflection stared back. Older now. Sharper.“Hallerus lives,” I said.Elijah placed the closed folder back into his case. “And Aeternum listens.”I sat behind the presidential desk, sunlight spilli