“30% of them wanted to run?….”.“Yes…more specifically…it was the 30% of the nobles and lord, combining the amount on both camps…..”.(Agent Marisko)“Just the noble?…”.“Yes, Only the Noble and lords that are attempting to runaway…their troops…they intent to just leave them behind and let the other lord handle the troops as they pleased…”.(Agent Marisko)Now that is even funnier and even more stupider that I could think, the nobles and lord’s decided to just tuck their tails and runaway leaving their minions behind.“Why did they do that?…did the news of us coming already come to wake them up from their day dream?..”.“We afraid yes…they might be realizing that we are not here to come and become their saviour once again…on top of that the news that we might already have them all surrounded and their land had already become ours…spooked these 30%…and drive them to their current decisions…”.(Agent Marisko)“They finally realized the truths…but they realized it a tad to late…so has the n
“We believed…as of now…not yet…and perhaps would never be…this 30% aimed to be the only one that knows about this…as they all planned together to leave the battlefield and Alemia Nation entirely in 24hours time….”.(Agent Marisko)“.….so they decided to keep everything secret for themselves…and just run away on their own?…”.(General Bina)“I believed so, Madam Grand General…”.(Agent Marisko)“They wanted to not attract attention to themselves so much that they decided to run away alone….at this point…we can all see that these 30% do have the mind of their own and…they have some semblance of critical thinking when it comes to ensuring their own survival…”.“That is why they wanted to use the Crown Prince and the Queen as a sacrificial lambs to divert our attention….they think that we would just let them walked away…since we might not noticed them..right?..”.(General Bina)“That is their plans, clearly, Madam…”.(Agent Marisko)This revelation were so funny to all 3 of us, that those cra
Their smart ass move…is nauseating for me to even stomach…they were just so slimy…that it’s just infuriates me….”.(General Bina)“Apparently…all those slimy figures are the one that we left behind at the first civil war that we intervene….at the end of the day…we still need to give it up to them…they are the kind that would go at any length just to survive…”.“That’s true….”.(General Bina)“Well….let them brew their plans for a little bit…..But…make sure that we capture all of those 30%….this time…I will not left them alone to run away anymore…their time…ends now…”.“Understood, Your Highness….I will put out the wanted alarm on all of our guarded border….once they attempts to move out…we will get them all…no one can escape this war…not on my watch, Sir….”.(Agent Marisko)“Okay….do your best, Agent…”.“Yes, Your Highness…”.(Agent Marisko)With the approved she gotten from me, Marisko left the room with seemingly a new vigor. Knowing her she would be very strict on capturing all those r
“She seems…volatile…”.(General Bina)“Well…probably because she thought that she messed up…but that is just in her mind…so since then she has been overcompensating a little bit…still ultimately her attitudes like this at this kind of times…made every job she do…very effective..”.“I supposed so…”.(General Bina)Even Bina got weird out by Marisko over enthusiastic response, nevertheless I planned to let her do her own things for now after all, all her job at the moment, with her overzealous method, made Aeternum more positive reputation through out the land. Not to mention that literally everyone now feared her and reputation, she has become some sort of a reaper that always knows how to smell a crime and she would always able to hunt her target down easily, hence the public discipline has gotten under control and the people just now become more docile and accepted the Aeternum laws very easily.At the same time, as Agent Marisko left the President abode in Georgina Castle, she immedia
“Madam Vice President….we just got the news from the Northern Region of Alemia….General Eliza has confirmed that we are now in total control of the entire region…Frozen Peak City….and Duke Windstorm the 5th has fallen…”.(Lieutenant Colonel Sareen)“Really?….that is a bit too fast….”.(Vice President Elijah)“Eliza did have an assistance from the Eternal Night Division…”.(Minister Andrea)Inside the Vice President officer, the 2 sister at the moment were enjoying their afternoon tea, when Lieutenant Colonel Sareen comes in and informed the 2 of the great news that just arrived on her desk. Sareen hand the president full detailed folder of the newly received information.“And she also got my Agent help as well….and looks like the President has also confirmed the news himself….also….it seems like we finally have the last final date for the war….”.(Vice President Elijah)Elijah simply smiled as she looked over the content of the folder briefly before closing it and smiled, seeing that her
“Sareen..”.(Vice President Elijah)“Yes, Madam Vice President…”.(Lieutenant Colonel Sareen)“Include the news about our victory on the Northern Region in tonight news…..since we are now no longer in hiding about our agenda….it is about time that we announced a new progress to our ongoing effort….”.(Vice President Elijah)Silently nodding, and witting down the order, Lieutenant Colonel Sareen were dedicated in doing her job, now the war has reach is peak, and surely things are about the get a bit more heated.“Also…do hinted, that the President will be leading the war party that would stepped into the Central Region…in order to finally conclude this conflict…also mentioned in a big emphasis that we has managed to punished and put a lawful trial on all the evil Noble and lords…..that should drum up a positive response from the people…”.(Vice President Elijah)“Yes, Madam…I will see this through…”.(Lieutenant Colonel Sareen)“Good…you may leave, Sareen..”.(Vice President Elijah)Lieuten
You know that the people will even get more fired up than before right?….we are about to end the war….and then the news about us punishing all these corrupt and evil nobles…”.(Minister Andrea)“That is the goal, Andrea….we drum up the support and attention….and thus because of this…we are known as a transparent government….a genuine trustworthy nation that no one can cast doubt on…”.(Vice President Elijah)“Which also means that we were the only nation in this world that have such reputation…and thus uplift our position in the entire world…sometimes….I fear you and Master insight on stuff like this…”.(Minister Andrea)“We all learned from him….and I personally sought after him on all of his seemingly outrageous ideas….but at the end of the day...I had to admit…all of his odd ideas….that seems to be just an ideal at first….he had turned it into a reality…and thus….our nation has become the first of it’s kind…so all we had to do…is just make that Idea a reality no matter what…….as a pay
It wasn't that too long ago that they fortune turned around, from a disposable slaves to now, a Ministers and the Vice President of Aeternum, from a slave to become the Aeternum Royal family members, that is some fairy tales that even it was being taught for generation no one would believed that it was real, but it was 100 percent real as it can be. As a matter of fact, about roughly 80% of Aeternum current population, all of them were at some point were all slaves that were freed and now living as an Aeternum full pledge citizens.Unlike a few percentage of Alemia Nation citizens that become refugees and then become Aeternum citizens, these previously slaves bear a great grudge to those that has once harmed them and let them live in such degraded life, Alemia Nation is a nation that is notorious for becoming a nation, where even the slightest mistake in life can turned your life upside down. Hence for those that were scarred for life, they wanted the retributions no matter what and
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.