"Sai, I'm only giving you a verbal warning this time….just don't do it again okay?.....".A Supervisor with an annoying face said with a condescending tone
" Identify..".{ Tough Nut }[Description: a nut that possesses a hard shell akin to an iron ball. Delicious (if you can break them, which probably not). Consuming one will grant 0.1 permanent points to Physical attributes. ]
"I never thought biology would be this easy…thanks to the 8.9 intellect point, I might even be a genius now…". The number of books I've finished in the past 2 days already passed 100 books, and I remember everything in all those books. As for my physical strength, let's just say I already surpassed a normal human capacity, I can fall a 20-meter tall tree with my bare fist, and ran 100 meters in under 5 seconds, that fact alone explains how a freak I've become. My world travel abilities were also leveled up to level 3 which enable me to enlarge the radius of the affected area by 24 Meters wide, thanks to that I was able to bring my 2018 F Transit van filled with wares with me. Thankfully the forest I'm in wasn't that dense, so I managed to drive through the forest slowly, also the beast and monsters always try to stay clear from my path, probably because of the loud exhaust sound I presume. [Sir, The closes town from here are the Town of Merrina and the Town of Mekk.
One Snakes Keep, Basement.2 bandits dragging a beaten-up man coming down from the stair, the man was Baron Larson who is one of Duke Merrica's retainers that followed Duke Merrica on this failed campaign to defeat the vicious bandit groups a few weeks ago. Duke Merrica and his men were beaten up to the pulp every day since they were captured, and today was no exception but amongst the past times, Baron Larson has become the bandit's punching bag the most. The bandit wardens carry Baron Larson to the cell and throw him inside like a sack of wheat, the sound of his harsh land woke up the knights who sleeping inside.< THUDD!! >"Ughhhh...". (Baron Larson)"Larson!!...you animal!!...<BBAAMM!!>…aarrgghhh!!". (Duke Merrica)"Heh!....brainless nobles…how about you run that pie hole of yours some more…..come on~". (Bandit Warden) One of the bandit wardens kicks Duke Merrica on the stomach, causing the alr
---Elijah An Quers & Co. POV---I already forgot how long I've become a slave, ever since my small old kingdom was defeated in the heat of wars, my own kin, my own race, my own family has thrown me under the wheel. This foolish self even willingly offers to be the sacrifice, just to save those who I once called beloved, at first I thought what I did was noble, selfless, and I as a Queen and a High Elven were supposed to do, but instead of honoring my selfless act, my own kind disowned me. Words saying I was weak, tyrant, foolish, selfish, and a harlot spreads to the whole world and this hideous rumor was spread by my own beloved.I've become a slave, sold again and again, become toys for lust or torture for anyone who bought me. I've long cursed this long life of mine!, I despise this beauty of mine!, I cursed this world!, I cursed everything!!. Each day's I hope someone will end my life yet death never come to me, 2 months ago I was sold to ano
Since the bosses no longer a threat, I've thought of something to ease the slaves and ultimately increase their [Loyalty] towards me. Although, I already own the slaves but that doesn't mean I have their respect, I dislike forcing someone to work for me, to me even if they were slaves they deserve to be treated humanely. For that, all the slaves in this keep deserves some kind of a payback, a release from their humiliation and anger, they all need to gain their pride and sense of dignity as a living being. The 2 bandits downstairs shall be the object of their justification.Each dead body I passed, i throw them outside to the front courtyard. The sound of bodies slam against the ground reverberates through the whole keep, I can see the slaves at the front courtyard shook and cry to the scene, but no one shouts, in fact the look in their eyes says ( Serve you right! ). A few minutes later, I already back inside the room where Elijah An Quers room, all of them see
"I want all the names that involve in these conspiracies of yours…now!..". (Elijah)Elijah shouted at Baron Larson, who's currently tied to the chair with a knife stabbed on his left knee.
A new day has come once again, but this is the first time I slept indoors ever since arriving at Fantasma, though the bed was quite stiff and smells a little bit, overall it's quite better than sleeping in a Van. Today's plans were to address the Duke and maybe complete the main quest. After stretching my stiff body with a few simple exercises, I get out of my room (temporary). "!!!...why?...what?...". "Good Morning lord master,…I shall inform Sister Elijah, that you have awakened…". (Rafaela) "Uh…". What waits in front of my door was Rafaela, she was waiting for me. She just standing in the hallway, after saying a few words she left just like that. Then, Mina and Elijah appear, greeting me and escorting me, on our way to the kitchen, I can see all the slaves were no longer naked, all of them starts wearing clothes. But still, it wasn't good on them, it looks baggy and dirty, since they just took it from the bandits, still, it's better than going arou
"Ladies and gentlemen, this is the Royal Sword of Power, the very symbol of the Alemia Monarchy’s rule!"The sword, beautifully crafted and inlaid with gold, had been passed down for generations. It was also the very sword that were handed by President Mies to Queen Romella after the first civil war was over and thus made her at that time the queen of Alemia nation.With both hands, Queen Romella extended the sword to President Mies Sai, lowering her head in a sign of absolute surrender.He took it firmly."And now, the Crown of the Alemia Royal Family. The symbol of rulership for centuries—now being handed over to Aeternum."Slowly, Romella removed her crown, her once-proud head now bared, and placed it before the President. Signify that this is truly the moment where the Von Alemia Family, the Monarch of Alemia Nation reign ended and with this everything is complete.The transfer was complete."With this, the Alemia Nation has ceased to exist. From this moment forward, it shall be k
As the 10Am approaches, people around the world, all of them eagerly waited for the live broadcast of the Surrendered moments, the final hour of Alemia Nation, a nation that deserved to be put down, Live from the Alemia Royal Palace—The Historic Moment Unfolds, with DJ Skelly and Quara Raedrim, will be retelling and commenting everything on the scene."Good morning, Aeternum and Alemia! This is DJ Skelly and Quara Raedrim, reporting live from the Alemia Royal Palace on this momentous occasion. We are standing in the Royal Audience Chamber, now transformed into the official venue where Alemia Nation will formally surrender to Aeternum. The air is charged with anticipation as we bring you the latest updates in real-time!""That’s right, Skelly. Today, history is being made. The war has ended, and now, at exactly 10:00 AM, we prepare to witness the final chapter of this long and arduous conflict. The chamber is filled with distinguished guests—high-ranking officials from Aeternum, esteem
Elsewhere in the palace, Vice President Elijah En Quers made her way toward Queen Romella’s private chambers.Despite everything that had happened, despite Romella's failure as a ruler, there was a time when the two of them had been close friends.Back when Romella first took the throne, she had often sought Elijah’s guidance, eager to learn how to govern effectively.But over time, power had consumed her.Now, as Elijah entered the queen’s chambers, she was met with a surprisingly subdued Romella. Gone was the arrogance, the extravagant dresses, the over-the-top displays of wealth.Instead, the woman before her looked… human.Tired. Defeated. Romella sat by the window, gazing out at the city, where Aeternum banners now flew proudly."I knew you’d come," she murmured without turning around.Elijah crossed her arms. "Did you?"Romella sighed. "You warned me about this. You told me I was walking the wrong path. I just… didn’t listen."For a moment, there was silence.Then, finally, Elij
Sergeant Lionel Greaves, once a proud Royal Guard, sat on a wooden crate, his fingers trembling as he gripped a rationed loaf of bread.Across from him, Corporal Darius, a former conscripted soldier, ran a hand down his weary face."It’s over," Lionel whispered."Aeternum could have killed us all," Darius muttered, shaking his head."But they didn’t."The prisoners of war had been spared execution, sentenced instead to rebuilding their city—a fate far kinder than what their own noble lords would have given them.A young Alemia soldier, no older than twenty, wiped at his eyes with his sleeve."I thought… I thought we were all going to die," he confessed, his voice cracking."Aeternum doesn’t execute needlessly," Lionel murmured. "They don’t rule like our nobles did. They actually care about law and order."A heavy silence fell over the men. For the first time, they were grateful to be under Aeternum rule.While Alemia's people wept in relief, Aeternum itself erupted in celebration. Fro
"Two weeks ago, under the direct leadership of President Mies Sai, the Aeternum Army launched its final campaign against the Central Region. Our forces advanced with unmatched efficiency, securing strongholds and neutralizing opposition with precision. The decisive battle for Alemia’s Capital City lasted a total of 24 hours."Soldiers listening from the barracks nodded in satisfaction, some even chuckling."Fastest war in history," one mused, lighting a cigarette."By the end of the first day, the Aeternum flag was raised over the Alemia Royal Palace, officially marking the end of the war. Aeternum had won. Alemia had fallen. And with it, the old ways of tyranny, corruption, and oppression had been permanently eradicated."In a quiet alley, a group of former Alemia soldiers, sentenced to manual labor as punishment for their crimes, paused their work, listening.One of them, a former sergeant, sighed, shaking his head."I fought for the wrong side… but I’m grateful I survived to see th
"To bring an end to this senseless bloodshed and to uphold justice, Aeternum was left with no choice but to intervene. The war was swift, decisive, and necessary. With surgical precision, our military forces dismantled both warring factions, captured those responsible, and liberated the oppressed people of Alemia."In the Aeternum War Room, Vice President Elijah listened, arms folded, her expression unwavering. She had witnessed every piece of this war unfold—but hearing it spoken so clearly, so definitively, solidified the gravity of their actions.Quara took a deep breath before delivering the final words of her broadcast segment."At this moment, Aeternum officially declares that the war in Alemia has ended. Alemia is now under Aeternum governance. The laws of Aeternum will now extend to the entire region, ensuring protection, fairness, and the rebuilding of a nation once ravaged by war. Justice will be served, and those responsible will answer for their crimes. The people of Alemi
Corporal Julius never expected to live through the war. When the Aeternum army stormed the city, he had thrown down his weapon, surrendering without a second thought.He had seen what Aeternum did to prisoners of war.Not executions. Not torture. But fair trials.And when he stood before the Aeternum Military Court, his heart had pounded in his chest, expecting the worst.Instead?Instead, he was sentenced to manual labor—helping to clean and rebuild the city he once swore to defend. At first, he thought it was humiliating. A soldier, reduced to picking up rubble and scrubbing graffiti off walls.But then, as he worked alongside former civilians, former soldiers, and even volunteers from Aeternum, he realized something. This wasn’t a punishment. This was redemption. As he carried a heavy sack of broken bricks, an elderly woman passing by stopped him."Young man, thank you."Julius paused, sweat dripping from his brow. “For what?”The woman smiled, her wrinkled hands clutching her new
Meanwhile, inside the Alemia Royal Palace, which had now been converted into a central command hub, President Mies Sai listened intently to a military briefing.Across from him sat Department Vice-Director Nathaniel Grant of the Department of Resource & Infrastructure, his face alight with enthusiasm.“Sir, the employment program is exceeding expectations. We posted 5,000 positions for public kitchen chefs, and they were filled within a single day.”Mies Sai smirked. “I’m not surprised. The people have been desperate for stability.”Vice-Director Grant nodded. “Indeed. And now, with the cleaning and rebuilding project launching, we’re expecting a flood of applications. 100,000 slots may not even be enough.”General Lucas, seated nearby, chuckled.“We’ll need to start thinking ahead, then.” He tapped a report on the table. “Alemia isn’t just a city of civilians. We still have thousands of unemployed former soldiers from both the Queen’s and the Prince’s factions. Many of them aren’t cr
“I agree with implementing the employment program,” I said, voice firm. “But we’ll need to make several adjustments before we proceed.”Ramon nodded attentively. “What kind of adjustments, sir?”I leaned back slightly in my chair.“First, work hours need to be reduced. Given how many of the surviving population are either elderly or women, we can’t expect them to handle the same level of physical labor as a normal workforce.”Ramon took notes, his expression serious. “Understood.”“Second, child labor is absolutely forbidden. If anyone attempts to exploit children for work, they will face immediate punishment.”“Of course, sir. Aeternum law is clear on that.”I nodded. “Third, we’ll have to create alternative jobs that suit the city’s current demographic. Many of the women and elderly might not be able to do construction work, but they can handle administrative work, small-scale industry, and trade. We need to get creative.”Ramon grinned, impressed. “You’ve already thought several st