As night fell over Gulmina Town, the agents of the Flower Division prepared for their mission. Meanwhile, miles away, thousands of desperate souls navigated through the treacherous paths of the Battle Star Empire, their hearts filled with equal parts fear and hope. Unbeknownst to them, a lifeline had already been thrown their way, which is a help that these fleeing people would really need at the moment.“Agent Tulip, this is flower garden, we are permitted to assist the ‘Suspected group’ safe passage to the Flower Garden, order is coming from the tops, over and out”. Agent Lilac voice comes from the cellphone on Agent Tulip hands. “Order received, Over and out,”At the moment, Agent Tulip is walking in the shadow at the outskirts of Penny City, her base of operation was Penny City, where she had been collecting information inside the city for over a few months now. she was shocked when just a day ago over a few thousand people silently slipping out of the city in the middle of the ni
"Agent Tulip," she introduced herself, lowering her weapon. "A.C.I.A."Madeline, still gripping her dagger, felt her knees weaken in relief."Aeternum? You’re... you’re from Aeternum?"Tulip gave a small nod. "That’s right. And I’ve been following your group for some time now. You’re heading for the Wasteland, correct? Trying to reach Aeternum?"Madeline’s eyes burned with emotion. "Yes. We want to leave this godforsaken empire behind. We want a better life."Tulip studied the desperate faces before her. "You’re not alone. There are thousands just like you all across the Empire, moving in different groups, all heading for Aeternum."Murmurs of shock spread through the crowd."You mean... others are escaping too?" an older woman asked, voice trembling with hope.Tulip nodded. "Yes. And Aeternum knows about it. We’ve been monitoring the situation, and Vice President Elijah has given orders to ensure your safe passage. The agents in Gulmina Town are working to assist as many of you as po
That morning, the Royal Air Force transport ships arrived, descending from the sky like iron birds. For many in Madeline’s group, it was the first time they had ever seen such machines. They gawked in awe, some even dropping to their knees, unsure of what to make of the sight.A kind-looking Aeternum officer, Captain Lionel, stepped forward with a reassuring smile. "You’re safe now. Welcome to Aeternum."As the first groups boarded the aircraft, a sense of relief washed over Madeline. She held her children's hands tighter, tears brimming in her eyes. They were leaving behind a life of oppression, stepping into a future filled with hope.Meanwhile, across Aeternum, preparations were in full swing. Temporary housing, employment programs, and citizenship processing centers were established. The government, military, and civilian volunteers worked tirelessly to ensure that every refugee received what they needed to start anew.And as the first waves of refugees arrived in Aeternum territo
Lt. Colonel Mara, the commanding officer of the Aeternum Commandos, leaned back in her chair, her feline tail flicking with interest as she listened to the orders. A wide, predatory grin stretched across her lips.“So, we have permission to strike?” she mused, her sharp canines glinting under the dim light.Director Rose nodded. “Yes, but keep it covert. No bodies left behind. No traces of Aeternum involvement. The Hunters need to disappear, one by one.”Mara let out a pleased hum, stretching her arms. “Finally, some action.”She turned to her squad, a unit made entirely of Demi-Human soldiers, hardened warriors who had once been outcasts but were now the elite protectors of Aeternum. Their eyes gleamed with anticipation.“You heard the orders,” Mara said. “Hunt the Hunters.”A chorus of agreement rumbled through the squad as they stood, gathering their weapons and preparing to move.Within the hour, the first Hunter would vanish without a trace. Then the second. Then the third. By th
“The situation in Battle Star Empire is escalating,” she announced, her voice carrying an unmistakable edge of intrigue.I picked up the documents and scanned through them quickly. What I read brought a slow, satisfied smile to my face.“Oh? Now this is interesting,” I mused, setting the papers down.Duke Oliver raised an eyebrow, intrigued by my reaction. “Something good?”“Something amusing,” I corrected. “It seems the great Battle Star Empire, with all its strength and military prowess, is facing an issue it never anticipated.”Jelina leaned forward, curiosity lighting up her features. “Do tell.”Elijah took over, her expression remaining composed but with a slight smirk tugging at her lips. “The mass exodus from Battle Star Empire is reaching unprecedented levels. The people—especially women, elderly, and laborers—are fleeing by the tens of thousands. They’re abandoning the empire in droves, crossing dangerous terrain, risking their lives just to get away.”I nodded, already pieci
I folded my arms, contemplating the next course of action. "We can’t let this turn into a full-scale war—not yet. Our priority is getting those people to safety. The Commandos are the best suited for this kind of engagement, but if they’re overwhelmed, we may need to deploy additional assets."Elijah nodded. "I already have aerial reconnaissance keeping track of the Hunters' movements. The issue is, they’re spreading out, making it difficult to predict where they’ll strike next. We need to coordinate a response that not only intercepts them but also ensures we don’t expose our involvement too soon."I smirked. "That means it’s time to play this smart. We use the terrain, our intelligence, and most importantly—our unpredictability. The Empire thinks they’re hunting defenseless refugees. Let’s turn the tables."Elijah grinned, already knowing where I was going with this. "I'll have the Commandos set up strategic ambush points along the expected routes. If we can strike fast and hard, we
As we continued to monitor the operation, the feed from a drone scout flickered onto the main screen, giving us a real-time view of the battlefield. Empire Hunters were scrambling, some of them already falling victim to the ambush tactics of the Commandos. The wasteland terrain favored our operatives, allowing them to strike swiftly before vanishing without a trace. Every now and then, a small explosion could be seen in the distance, signaling a well-executed strike on an enemy supply route.I exhaled slowly, satisfied with the unfolding plan. The Commandos were proving their worth, and soon, the Empire would realize that hunting down innocent refugees had come at an unforeseen cost.Elijah crossed her arms, glancing at me. “You know, with the rate things are going, it won’t be long before the Empire has to reconsider their actions.”“Oh, they’ll reconsider, alright,” I said, a sharp edge in my voice. “But by the time they do, they’ll have already lost too much to recover.”As we cont
Meanwhile, deep in enemy territory, Major Riker’s team was executing their sabotage mission with terrifying precision. Explosions ripped through granaries, armories, and supply wagons. Horses screamed as stables were set ablaze, and Empire officers barked orders in panic, unable to comprehend the invisible force dismantling their infrastructure before their very eyes.Inside one of the fortified garrisons, an Empire noble lord clutched his gilded breastplate, his face drenched in sweat. "We’re being destroyed from the shadows! This is not a battle, it’s slaughter! Who is responsible for this?!"A terrified messenger, barely keeping his composure, stammered, "It’s the Aeternum, my lord… they wield weapons that spit fire and strike from afar like the gods themselves! We can’t—"Before he could finish, a single suppressed bullet pierced through the noble’s skull, dropping him lifelessly onto his grand war map."Target down. Moving to extraction," an Aeternum sniper reported through the r
Alessia smirked. "Then it’s a good thing I’m here to help."Rose raised a curious brow. "Help? How?"The vampire turned her piercing gaze toward the director, a sly smile forming on her lips. "The President wants the Battle Star Empire to plunge into a massive state of confusion."Rose blinked. "Define 'massive confusion’?"Alessia placed a gloved hand on the table and leaned forward. "Aeternum has been extracting refugees under the Empire’s nose without them realizing. But it’s only a matter of time before they start piecing things together. Before that happens, we need to make sure they have bigger problems to worry about."Rose smirked. "Sabotage?"Alessia nodded. "Exactly. If the Empire is preoccupied with internal chaos, their forces won’t have the manpower or resources to focus on hunting refugees. I’ve already mobilized several of my best operatives from Wasteland Command. Our objective is to destabilize key areas near the border—supply chains, noble estates, military outposts.
Deep inside the Empire’s territory, a convoy of refugees moved cautiously through the dense forests of the Eastern States. The night air was cold, their breaths visible in the dim light of the moon. Leading the group was Marie, her heart pounding as she tried to keep her people silent. They had evaded the Empire’s patrols so far, but she knew their luck wouldn’t last forever.A rustling in the trees sent a ripple of fear through the group. Weapons—rudimentary and almost useless against trained soldiers—were gripped tighter. The faint echo of a whistle sliced through the silence, a signal they had been discovered.Suddenly, the trees erupted with gunfire. Sharp, precise shots rang through the air, and the unmistakable sound of bodies hitting the ground followed.“Stay down!” a gruff voice called out from the darkness.Out of the shadows, Aeternum’s Special Forces emerged, their dark uniforms blending into the surroundings. Their leader, Captain Soren of the 4th Special Operations Unit,
Meanwhile, deep in enemy territory, Major Riker’s team was executing their sabotage mission with terrifying precision. Explosions ripped through granaries, armories, and supply wagons. Horses screamed as stables were set ablaze, and Empire officers barked orders in panic, unable to comprehend the invisible force dismantling their infrastructure before their very eyes.Inside one of the fortified garrisons, an Empire noble lord clutched his gilded breastplate, his face drenched in sweat. "We’re being destroyed from the shadows! This is not a battle, it’s slaughter! Who is responsible for this?!"A terrified messenger, barely keeping his composure, stammered, "It’s the Aeternum, my lord… they wield weapons that spit fire and strike from afar like the gods themselves! We can’t—"Before he could finish, a single suppressed bullet pierced through the noble’s skull, dropping him lifelessly onto his grand war map."Target down. Moving to extraction," an Aeternum sniper reported through the r
As we continued to monitor the operation, the feed from a drone scout flickered onto the main screen, giving us a real-time view of the battlefield. Empire Hunters were scrambling, some of them already falling victim to the ambush tactics of the Commandos. The wasteland terrain favored our operatives, allowing them to strike swiftly before vanishing without a trace. Every now and then, a small explosion could be seen in the distance, signaling a well-executed strike on an enemy supply route.I exhaled slowly, satisfied with the unfolding plan. The Commandos were proving their worth, and soon, the Empire would realize that hunting down innocent refugees had come at an unforeseen cost.Elijah crossed her arms, glancing at me. “You know, with the rate things are going, it won’t be long before the Empire has to reconsider their actions.”“Oh, they’ll reconsider, alright,” I said, a sharp edge in my voice. “But by the time they do, they’ll have already lost too much to recover.”As we cont
I folded my arms, contemplating the next course of action. "We can’t let this turn into a full-scale war—not yet. Our priority is getting those people to safety. The Commandos are the best suited for this kind of engagement, but if they’re overwhelmed, we may need to deploy additional assets."Elijah nodded. "I already have aerial reconnaissance keeping track of the Hunters' movements. The issue is, they’re spreading out, making it difficult to predict where they’ll strike next. We need to coordinate a response that not only intercepts them but also ensures we don’t expose our involvement too soon."I smirked. "That means it’s time to play this smart. We use the terrain, our intelligence, and most importantly—our unpredictability. The Empire thinks they’re hunting defenseless refugees. Let’s turn the tables."Elijah grinned, already knowing where I was going with this. "I'll have the Commandos set up strategic ambush points along the expected routes. If we can strike fast and hard, we
“The situation in Battle Star Empire is escalating,” she announced, her voice carrying an unmistakable edge of intrigue.I picked up the documents and scanned through them quickly. What I read brought a slow, satisfied smile to my face.“Oh? Now this is interesting,” I mused, setting the papers down.Duke Oliver raised an eyebrow, intrigued by my reaction. “Something good?”“Something amusing,” I corrected. “It seems the great Battle Star Empire, with all its strength and military prowess, is facing an issue it never anticipated.”Jelina leaned forward, curiosity lighting up her features. “Do tell.”Elijah took over, her expression remaining composed but with a slight smirk tugging at her lips. “The mass exodus from Battle Star Empire is reaching unprecedented levels. The people—especially women, elderly, and laborers—are fleeing by the tens of thousands. They’re abandoning the empire in droves, crossing dangerous terrain, risking their lives just to get away.”I nodded, already pieci
Lt. Colonel Mara, the commanding officer of the Aeternum Commandos, leaned back in her chair, her feline tail flicking with interest as she listened to the orders. A wide, predatory grin stretched across her lips.“So, we have permission to strike?” she mused, her sharp canines glinting under the dim light.Director Rose nodded. “Yes, but keep it covert. No bodies left behind. No traces of Aeternum involvement. The Hunters need to disappear, one by one.”Mara let out a pleased hum, stretching her arms. “Finally, some action.”She turned to her squad, a unit made entirely of Demi-Human soldiers, hardened warriors who had once been outcasts but were now the elite protectors of Aeternum. Their eyes gleamed with anticipation.“You heard the orders,” Mara said. “Hunt the Hunters.”A chorus of agreement rumbled through the squad as they stood, gathering their weapons and preparing to move.Within the hour, the first Hunter would vanish without a trace. Then the second. Then the third. By th
That morning, the Royal Air Force transport ships arrived, descending from the sky like iron birds. For many in Madeline’s group, it was the first time they had ever seen such machines. They gawked in awe, some even dropping to their knees, unsure of what to make of the sight.A kind-looking Aeternum officer, Captain Lionel, stepped forward with a reassuring smile. "You’re safe now. Welcome to Aeternum."As the first groups boarded the aircraft, a sense of relief washed over Madeline. She held her children's hands tighter, tears brimming in her eyes. They were leaving behind a life of oppression, stepping into a future filled with hope.Meanwhile, across Aeternum, preparations were in full swing. Temporary housing, employment programs, and citizenship processing centers were established. The government, military, and civilian volunteers worked tirelessly to ensure that every refugee received what they needed to start anew.And as the first waves of refugees arrived in Aeternum territo
"Agent Tulip," she introduced herself, lowering her weapon. "A.C.I.A."Madeline, still gripping her dagger, felt her knees weaken in relief."Aeternum? You’re... you’re from Aeternum?"Tulip gave a small nod. "That’s right. And I’ve been following your group for some time now. You’re heading for the Wasteland, correct? Trying to reach Aeternum?"Madeline’s eyes burned with emotion. "Yes. We want to leave this godforsaken empire behind. We want a better life."Tulip studied the desperate faces before her. "You’re not alone. There are thousands just like you all across the Empire, moving in different groups, all heading for Aeternum."Murmurs of shock spread through the crowd."You mean... others are escaping too?" an older woman asked, voice trembling with hope.Tulip nodded. "Yes. And Aeternum knows about it. We’ve been monitoring the situation, and Vice President Elijah has given orders to ensure your safe passage. The agents in Gulmina Town are working to assist as many of you as po