New City is doing quite well, and also our Internal Audit Department also has been active to monitored the corruption issues, public safety were well taken care of, Also by now Aeternum Royal Military has already reached the mark of 40 000 seasoned and fully trained soldiers, the constant Dungeon diving session and also dungeon subduing mission has made, Aeternum soldier extremely experienced at combat. Aeternum full military might is already 150 000 men and woman strong, but only 50 000 were considered seasoned and elitist, the remaining 100 000 people were mostly new recruits and were still under training. But even so, the standard of Aeternum Army is far higher than any nation in Central Continent, even the recruits level can already be considered as full fledge soldier in any other country.
“<Knock!..Knock!..>…Mr.President…Madam Governor Jelina is here..should I let her come in?..”. (Major Sareen)
As of now, Kingdom of Eloesa has no more funds or even resource that to them, they considered valuable. Right now they know, even at their ruined states, if they don’t want to be wiped from history they had to compromise and search for a way of survival. To them they have found they most probable and also the decisive way to ensure their Kingdom longevity, which is Aeternum, The only country that has been helping them in their time of crisis.But let’s be honest Queen Aqeesha and the entire Eloesa Royalty knew that they have no other viable offer to give, so in the end they resulted to the most usual and normal way of asking for help, which royal marriage. Aeternum by now is already considered an independent country, but in terms of Legitimacy, Aeternum does a little bit lacking. But that doesn’t mean that Aeternum will be needing a stuff like Legitimacy on their ruling, After all without it, they were able to become this
In the Kingdom of Eloesa at the moment, everything were well under control. The previous chaotic environment of uncertain danger lurking around the corner has become well under controlled, but still it was just barely being held together at this point. All of this thanks to the 5 000 Aeternum soldier from both the Army Branch of 02 Army battalion under the commander of General Lucas, and also to Special Force Branch, Dungeon Exploration and Extermination Division as well as the Eternal Night Division, The Special Force Branch were leads by the newly appointed Colonel Alessia Di Gianna. All of Aeternum forces were under the lead of High General Bina Murook, the Aeternum High General Military and also the Minister of Defence.“Madam…Is it the call from the Black House?..”. (Colonel Alessia Di Gianna)A few days back they have received the news of President returned, and at the same time of his arrival, the Kingdom of Eloesa
Kingdom of Eloesa were a warrior states, a country that believes in the way of fighter, of blood and steel and war. In the midst of Aeternum soldier wearing their combat uniform, there were also Eloesa Soldier in the midst joining their camping spot, watch post, patrol rounds and even the group of D E&E teams that just returned from Dungeon raiding. For 2 months already Eloesa Soldier has acknowledge Aeternum Soldier as the same as them, honourable, strong and prideful. “..Hmm…this Beefalo curry rice..is very delicious!!..no matter how many time I eat them…I just can’t get enough of it…(Sigh~)…I just wished that in the future…we Eloesan can enjoy this delicacy…”. (Knightess Tier 3 Despina) “...Well…I don’t think that it wasn’t impossible…Queen Aqeesha has already signed the Small Nation Coalitions with My country…certainly there will be a lot of stuff will be bought here as a trade…oh yeah, when will be the next horde coming?…”. (Cap
“Is this our new Air Craft?..”. (Elijah)“Yes…more like this were only available for our use..specifically…us the ministers and also the cabinet members…Though this might looked like it can be mass produced..but was actually very hard for me to obtained it…maybe in the near future..we can have the R&D department to manufacture one…”.Right now, we are inside of the latest air craft that I have bought from earth, I bought this from Manganese Arms Manufactures, it was one of their trialled air craft. It was the largest Quad Copter, kinda looked, with its 4 propeller powering it’s flight, this Quad Copter were 2 times faster than any carrier helicopter, also, it’s carry capacity were naturally larger, as the size of this Quad Copter is actually the same size as 3 Carrier Helicopter parked side by side.So, the inside of the Quad Copter were very comf
“Under siege?…Huh?..Rafaela..what’s wrong?..”.I noticed that Rafaela were scrunching her eyebrows and also her wings at the back has already fully come out and her hand gripped tight at her morning star maced.“Sire…it’s Monster Horde attack…I can sense them, the monsters that has lost their sanity and fell into savagery of their truest nature!…all of them were sea Monsters…they were right below us…in the sea…”. (Rafaela)This is one of Rafaela unique traits that I have discovered, the other called it intuitions, but I know why, it was one of her natural birth gifts as a Demi-Human of mixed blood angel, it was a special skill called ( Divine Sense), it was a skill that naturally heightened her senses, and also made her very sensitive to the changed of air, especially those that were concerning berserk nature such as the event of Monster
Captain Polly Grokham still haven’t leave the already crumbling watch tower, and right to her side, fighting and protecting her were the Eloesa Knight, holding onto her round shield and also her sharp silver gladius Knightess Despina, While on their side sitting down whilst still holding her AK-47 with her head bleeding red, was the injured First Lieutenant Plum Rose, who refused to leave her captain side as she still wanting to fight and able to. Knightess Despina ward off any Sea Monster that comes close to the tower, First Lieutenant Plum Rose snipe all the monster that within her scopes and Captain Polly Grokham were raining down her grenade bullets, using her Dwarven hand canon that she hold in her hand, which is large than her, while also acting as the spotter for the Artillery unit and Wizard Unit.“Polly!!!…We need to leave this tower now!!…the sea monster has already piling up at the bottom into a freaking ladder!!!…<
“What is that Maiden Unit?…are they powerful?..”. (Knightess Despina)“...I supposed so…that what’s the rumours says…but honestly I never see them myself…but, Captain said she once fight beside them in the Tri-Nation Valley war…me personally I think they were probably not that great…”.(First Lieutenant Plum Rose)“It was understanding that many thought that way…you new recruits were like that…but let me tell you..there a reason as to why they were special that the special force unit and also why they were tasked to protect all the ministers and also the president himself…Maiden Unit, is to me..is a literal monster…I once fought beside them…at that time…we are not that fully equipped as we are tight now…but even then, a single Maiden…can kill hundreds of undeads using only a single handgun and a combat knife&he
“Colonel…watch you words….he is listening…Polly..clear that area…The President is coming down..”. (High General Bina)Polly nodded at her new order and shot her hand cannon, clearing the area about 100 meter away at he base of the watchtower, de voiding it from any monsters. Only those who have fought beside the President knows what the petal signifies, at the sight of it, many of Aeternum seasoned Soldier stood straight, stop what they were doing and performed a salute. This prompted the recruits to follow along and puzzled the Eloesa Soldiers, Including Duchess Kolarova, who Is getting antsy by the incoming monster Horde that is coming closer. Then suddenly like a carpet bombing that were amplifies by thousand, the entire beach along the long Eloesa Beach walls and the sea shores were painted with large explosion of multiple colours.All kinds of elements exploded at the same time, some were even lar
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.