“...um…are you okay?…you know..you don’t have to this you know..I got maids and stewardess for this kind of things..”.
I sat down on my chair, facing the bed and drink my newly poured warm water, as I observed Duchess Kolarova, tidying up the bed like it was normal to her.
“That…is inappropriate My lord…as a wife to be…or Fiance?…anyway, We Eloesan people, when becoming a wife or soon to be wife…we must served our husband to the fullest extend….not only serving their carnal desires…but also managed the household…Yes, we are a true warrior in the battlefield…but to us, serving the household and taking care of our husband…is just as honourable as battling on the front lines…we took pride at what we do..and we wanted to do it as best as we can…”. (Duchess Kolarova)
Duchess Kolarova right now, looks
Ever since the sea monster horde attack in Eloesa Beach has ended and dealt with, Eloesa City finally seems to once again be revive. Everyday, there will always be a lot of Aeternum constructions worker, wearing their orange overall moving here and there, with their heavy machinery, also, all Aeternum Construction worker were considerably not entirely normal, most of them were 2 meter high, and all of them were very burly, muscular and strong, and almost 70% of them were all woman, be it human or non-human all of them working harmoniously with each others, which at first shocked all Eloesan people that see them.“HAHAHAHA!!…Fuck your forklift!…look!..all I had to do is carry this metal beams myself!!…”. (Elephant Demi-Human)“Hahaha…Funny!!…..Shut the fuck up!!..stop playing around and get to work!!..”. (Constructions Supervisor)The scene an Elephant Demi-
But thankfully Andrea and her Entire department has discussed these issues, and together with the Central Government or Elijah Department/The Black House administrator. They have devised a long terms plans to handle this issue smoothly, which is to normalize the sea products only in Aeternum. The aim is very simple, which is, making the Sea Food or Sea related products become rather normal and affordable only in Aeternum inside the Central Continent. Which at the same time building a Brand of Aeternum related Sea Products, and at the same time build an intense reputations and market for the merchants and other nations interest on this items, while also controlling the merchandise flow.As of now the price that the other nations and the merchant guilds were labeling on the tropical fruits and sea products were just outrageous. So, I want Aeternum be the only country that comes out as a good guy in this situations. So to make that happened, I have to apply so tric
Aeternum, New City.In Downtown New City, at the 6 in the morning, where the sun were yet to rise in the horizon, Les were already waking up and preparing in his house, getting ready for his busy days ahead. Naturally this is not normal for them, in fact, they were one of the new category of people that lived in Aeternum, They were Migrant from the Giant Lake Crystal Duchy, who come here to the New City from the last year Monster Horde that comes and destroyed his village.Unable to retreat back to the capital of Giant Lake Crystal Duchy at that time, he joined a large migrations groups who is heading northeast, according to the group they were headed to the safest place in the Central Continent. The land of safety, gold and dreams, The independent States of Aeternum, the haven for the lost, discarded and victims, where one can live as they like. As a simple village fisherman, who not only lost his house and everything that he ow
With enthusiasm, the Giant Lake Fish Stall finally opened for business, as always the Wet Market as soon as it was opened, all of New City dweller will come in and out of the market, everything were being sold fast. This is the uniqueness of Aeternum, everyone were able to buy and can buy any food they want. The environment were quite busy and cherry, many happy face went in and out of the market, and by the noon quite a lot of vendors has closed their stall because their products has gone out, including the Giant Lake Fish.But then, Les Noticed that today there is something odd happening, there were quite a numbers of Aeternum Resource Department Officer, wearing the famous Aeternum Military uniform, but blue in colour signifies that they were and officers from the Aeternum resource department. This group of people arrival made many felt uncomfortable, and wonder which bastard that does not pay their trading taxes yet. But the officers went from stall to stall
Just like anyone in the crowds, Les was shocked and alarmed with the announcement from Minister Andrea, Sharing the Country wealth and rich, More over the Government wanted the mass public of Aeternum to taste and afford the luxurious meat of the Ocean fish. This sounded just to good to be true, after all, Sea Fish and Sea Products isn’t something that one can easily picked up everywhere.One must know that any Sea Products were very expensive and all of it can only be obtained from the prestigious merchant groups that specialized in selling these kind of items. Also, the price has always reached above gold Coins outside of Aeternum and inside of Aeternum, it usually sold 50 Credits and above for a single fish or items. It was an equivalent to a Tier 3 Monster meat, that is how luxurious it is, only the richest can enjoy them. But now, The government wanted to ensure that every single Aeternum can have that taste of luxuries. Even to all the vendors
“Yes, Changing the products you were selling will cost you more taxes..but it wasn’t to to point where the Government will dry you up!!…That vendor, not only didn’t file his business changes, but after the whole incident take places…he didn’t even go to the police station to report on the incident…..so do you think it’s our fault for not protecting your fellow vendors?…..NO IT IS NOT!!…he violated the rules!..he ignored the procedure!…all for money!!..This is outrageous!!…This should have never happened!!….have you no shame?!!…have you no honour?!!…after all that the 5 Minister and the President have done!!..building this country that you call home…that you live on!!..and none of you willing to follow a basic rules?!!…Shame on you!!…”. (Minister Andrea)Actually when the incident of the foreign merchant ignoring the Aeternum power, this
To understand the concept of food products regarding the difference of Oceanic foods and Fresh water foods in Fantasma is fairly simple. Both of them were basically the same, but the differences lays on the taste, benefits and ranks, Fresh Water fishes is only considered magical meat and premium when the fish or other foods were Tier 3 and higher, only then the meat will have benefits when eaten, such as improving health, helping with easy leveling up and etc. But compared to the Oceanic foods, one can consume a Tier 1 products and it has already comparable t the fresh water products that gave multiple benefits. Also according to some, it’s even tasted better.But the problem is this Oceanic foods can only be obtained from the coastal area, which is on Central Continent is very hard to get. Also after the discovery of the benefits from the Oceanic Foods, the many Nobles, kingdoms and mostly the old Merchant family and Merchant groups has huddled toge
The news of Sea Food availability in Aeternum, bring a lot of joy and happiness but some Aeternum also worried that this new development might bring some troubles and difficulties. Because of how expensive it is, the government might suffered some loss, and many were worried on behalf of the government about this matter.“[Of course this is a great news DJ SKELLY…To this, I brought the words from the Black House itself…To Aeternums, heed this notice..There are conditions to obtaining this Sea Products, first rules…Since this is a gift and welfare program to the hardworking Aeternums…To buy a Sea Products, one must be a Citizen of Aeternum, with an identifications card of ID Card…when buying, please show your ID Card before paying..this privileges only apply to Aeternums…Second Rule, Foreigners, Visitors are not and can not purchase and Sea Food Products sold in the Market, Super Stores or any vendors that supplies
“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
"Your Majesty, to attempt full restoration in so short a time—""Will cost," she interrupted. "Yes, I know. But the people have paid enough. Now it’s our turn."What followed was a flurry of action unlike anything Hallerus had seen in decades. Labor crews moved out in droves. Merchants were granted tax reprieves to reopen. Public works officials received emergency authority. For once, the gears of governance turned swiftly.But still, the people watched with wary eyes.In the village of Elbarrow, a merchant shook his head as soldiers repaired a broken bridge."They say it’s Queen Helen’s will," he muttered. "But we've heard such promises before.""Aye," replied a farmer, watching with folded arms. "But maybe this time it sticks. She walked among us, didn’t she? My cousin swears she saw her with the duke."Rumors of the queen’s journey spread like wildfire. With them came cautious hope.One evening, at a small gathering hosted by village elders in Merrowind, Helen removed her hood and
"Transparency will be paramount. Council sessions will be documented, and decisions made in conjunction with the Crown will be communicated openly. This is not a move to consolidate power, but to distribute it wisely, ensuring that the governance of Hallerus reflects the will and welfare of its people."Lord Dallren, who had been silently observing, stepped forward. "Your Majesty, such a council could indeed bridge the gap between the Crown and the nobility, fostering unity. I support this initiative."A ripple of agreement spread through the assembly.Helen continued, "Furthermore, to address the grievances of our citizens and promote economic growth, we shall implement reforms aimed at equitable taxation and the eradication of corrupt practices that have long plagued our administration."Duke Merrica added, "These reforms will not only strengthen our internal stability but also enhance our standing among neighboring realms, fostering alliances and trade relations."Viscount Rellan,
A murmur of agreement rippled through the assembly.Helen's gaze swept over the room, her eyes meeting those of each noble in turn. "I have summoned you here not only to reaffirm our unity but to propose measures that will ensure the stability and prosperity of Hallerus for generations to come."Viscount Rellan, his earlier defiance now replaced with a veneer of compliance, inclined his head. "Your Majesty, what measures do you propose?"Helen took a measured breath. "Firstly, we shall establish a council comprising representatives from each noble house. This council will serve as an advisory body, ensuring that all voices are heard and that governance is conducted with transparency and fairness."Baroness Yvette Darrow, her scepticism barely concealed, arched an eyebrow. "And what powers would this council hold, Your Majesty?"Helen met Yvette's gaze unwaveringly. "The council will have the authority to propose legislation and oversee its implementation. However, ultimate executive p
Amidst the turmoil, Duke Merrica found himself face-to-face with Lord Dallren."Merrica," Dallren sneered, blood trickling from a wound on his brow. "Betraying your own kind for that girl?"Merrica's grip tightened on his sword. "My loyalty lies with Hallerus, not with those who would see it rot from within."Their blades met in a fierce exchange, each strike echoing their clashing ideologies.Nearby, Baroness Yvette confronted Queen Helen."Your Majesty," Yvette began, her tone almost mocking, "you've become quite the thorn in our side."Helen met her gaze unwaveringly. "And you, Baroness, have leeched off this kingdom for too long."Yvette smirked, drawing her dagger. "Let's see if you're as formidable with a blade as you are with words."As the battle raged on, it became evident that the Queen's Faction held the advantage. The support of the common folk had bolstered their numbers, and the corrupt nobles' forces began to waver.Count Vorell, witnessing the disarray, turned to his r