Because it should be known Although Aeternum was a nation that pro modern society, the Nobles still exist, both that were Aeternum Nobles and the outside nobles is something that still exist and they are the kind of people that too hung up on their lifestyle. If something were harshly put on them, they would later retaliate, it was okay if it was Aeternum nobles that reacted but if the Noble from outside were the one that reacted, then the reactions would be hard to control, also, it also should be known that mostly the richest and the nobles that comes from outside were the big spender in Aeternum.
In all Aeternum can’t just cut them off, because at the end of the day, Aeternum also need them. But this shouldn’t be interpreted that these nobles and richest people can do whatever they wanted. Because they too were tied to the same law that bounded every single Aeternum, and should they crossed the rules, then they would be punished more severely than
Aeternum, Government District, Black House.At the moment, since I have already got to my office, I decided to finished up all my laying around paperwork. I am alone in my office, in a few minutes I would be having my meeting concerning to the Hallerus kingdom matter with Elijah and the other first, then we will held the meeting with Princess Helen.“T.A.S…what do you think about the current Aeternum development?…when the estimate time will all the border wall be finished?..”.[With the current workforce that Elijah had put through….it would take another month, but ultimately it will be done in 1 and a half month..not more than that….3/4 already finished..the initial fence were already up…only the finishing touched were needed..]. (T.A.S)I am more concerned about the the status of Aeternum border now, more than ever. Ever since Aeternum
“Let’s just cut that number before anything bad happened…also we need a department that will surely get this handled quick….hmm…Check if Mot Department were open..”.[.…she is…recently the Department of Internal Audit just finished their annual Audit for all the Aeternum department…personally I am quite satisfy with her performance…if I have to compare...Minister Mot, is someone who is very much like Vice President Elijah…minus the kind part…her lack of empathy made her the best Inspector…]. (T.A.S)That is what little lady was, she is just lack of empathy compare to any normal person, after all it was her race that made her like that. She was a Demi-Human actually, and he race was ancient race that were known as Anubis, yep, the death god, for some reason it exist here. That is why she was so devoid of emotions, but his hidden traits of her also made her
At this point I am sure that the issues regarding the Kingdom of Eloesa situation were not all that serious. Rather I am sure that they can handle it themselves, Also not to mention that I still have one battalion of soldier stationed there at the forward operation base. In short Aeternum Military presence there were very apparent, Not only the oil retrieving operation has already started, I also have arranged for a Navy base to be built there.With the amount of activities that Aeternum has over there, indirectly the Kingdom of Eloesa coastal areas and also it maritime border were well guarded by not only themselves but also supported with my soldiers. There were even Airship dedicated to the Aeternum Navy stationed there, should there be an attack, it would be dealt with no problem at all.“The threat from the so called pirates..we can just dismissed them all together…later just tell Queen Aqeesha that we have already prepared
“I will have someone on my part handle all those pesky merchants Sir…”. (Andrea)Andrea as always knows her part and how to do her job, I will have to depend on her on handling the economic sides. I am sure the reason why the Sea related product has gotten a lot of traction lately is because I have been selling everything at a fair price, but not allowing anyone other than Aeternums to buy them. Surely that made a lot of people annoyed, from this reaction alone I can rely on this surge of hatred to get an easy publicity. Letting many knows that now Aeternum has got hold of man Sea related produce, which surely would turned every single head in the central continent turned our way.“..Now..with all that aside…I wanted to tell you all about the Hallerus Project…I want everyone in this room is on the same page as me…that including everyone…so..sit down and listen..”.
Aeternum, New City, Government District, Aeternum Broadcasting Studio, Main Building.“Are you nervous?..”.“I guess so, Your Highness…I never thought that I would speaking with the famous DJ Skelly…I mean I always hear him on the radio all day…”. (Princess Helen)Right now we were outside the live broadcast studio. Over watching Paul doing his afternoon program, Princess Helen and also the rest of her entourage can’t help but exclaimed on the uniqueness and the modernization of everything inside of the Broadcasting building.At the same time they also still barely able to grasp the diversity inside of Aeternum. Although they were trying to hide their ugly side of being an racist. I can see them holding their disgust at the many race that inside of Aeternum. At this point I know that that were just their reactions as
“Everyone!..remember what I said earlier this morning? That I said, there will be some breaking news be announce today?…..Wait?…I didn’t said anything about it?…oh!..oh!…it’s my bad…so anyway, let’s take a break from enjoying ourselves….and let’s give away, to our beloved and trustworthy News Caster~…Quara Raedrim!….”. (Paul @ DJ Skelly)With Paul signal, finally the moment we have been waiting for has come. Together, me, Princess Helen and also Duke Merrica comes into the booth and took our seats, Quara Raedrim were already there looking as professional as she ever was. Paul on the other hand retreat back into the studio and simply watch closely what was about to transpire. After the news jingle was played on and ended, finally Quara started the news.“Good Afternoon, Greeting to our listeners, In the glorious nation Aeternum and to others in o
Lengthy introductions by Quara Raedrim has ended, and finally it was time for the main show. Everything that the Princess should say were already scripted by me, to ensure that her speech would be something that not only touched the heart of Hallerusian but also riling them up. Unconsciously making everyone willing to go under her banner.“Thank you Miss Quara….First of all, I want to thank, President Mies and also the rest of Aeternum….for willing to help me…despite this has nothing to do with Aeternum at all…my vassal…supporter…and my people….My name is Helen Hallerus..the 6thPrincess of Hallerus Kingdom…and I am sure that everyone knows me as the Tribute Princess….also, I know that many of you also know from the rumour that I were already dead….but actually..I am not…but rather….truthfully…I was sold by father…to live under the cruelty of P
“[I am sure by now, although none has spoken about it..nor dare to speaks about it…we all know how solemn it is in Hallerus…Although it was embarrassing for me to say it…but, my father…King Robert has fallen from it’s former grace….crime has gotten out of control, injustice spread like bush fire…I know, and feel it, the cries of my fellow Hallerussian…praying and begging for a change!….Though my family has ignored all of this…but I will not!!..]”. (Radio)The many people who listened to the radio were shocked at the confession. For a royal to confessed the fault in their monarch is not something that is easy to say, in fact up until now, there is never the case where a member of a royal that would openly confessed that they were at fault. This has shocked many people and the shaky voice of Princess Helen, managed to touched the heart of the listeners, especially for the many Halleru
Aeternum had taught her a valuable lesson—control is not about force, but manipulation. So, she would make them turn on each other.Helen began summoning the nobles one by one, speaking to them in private meetings. She whispered honeyed words into their ears.“Viscount Talis, I need a reliable man. Duke Rehn is plotting against me, and I require your loyalty.”“Countess Ferros, your influence is invaluable. I fear Duke Rehn is siphoning funds, and I need someone I trust to investigate.”“Duke Rehn, the other nobles are moving against you. You must act swiftly before they remove you from power.”With every meeting, seeds of distrust were sown.The nobles—drunk on greed—were too blind to see that they were being played.And so, one by one, they began to conspire against each other.As the nobles scrambled to destroy each other, Helen’s true loyalists made their move.Under the cover of darkness, handpicked assassins carried out eliminations with precision.Duke Rehn?Found dead in his s
“Then Mies will destroy Hallerus.”Helen turned sharply toward him. “You think he would go that far?”Merrica didn’t even hesitate. “Yes.”Helen stared at him, searching for a lie. A hint of hesitation. But there was none.“He will not give you mercy a second time, Helen,” Merrica said. “If those nobles push for war, if they even dare to challenge Aeternum—you will lose.”He took another step forward, his voice heavy. “And I will not be able to protect you.”For the first time in their conversation, Helen looked away. Merrica saw it. The fear. The realization.She already knew everything he was saying was true. She had just been too proud—too trapped—to admit it.Silence hung between them. Then, at last, Helen spoke.“…What do you want me to do?”Merrica finally allowed himself a small sigh of relief.“You already know what must be done, Helen,” he said gently. “You must take back your court.”Helen slowly nodded, though her expression remained grim. “Those nobles will not leave peace
“Merrica understands that if Hallerus moves against Aeternum, we won’t hold back.”Kasuma gave a knowing smirk. “And you won’t hesitate to destroy them.”I met her gaze, unblinking.“No.”A heavy silence fell between us.Kasuma leaned forward, her voice softer but firm. “You don’t want war with Hallerus.”“No, I don’t,” I admitted. “The people of Hallerus don’t deserve to suffer for their queen’s mistakes. Merrica doesn’t deserve to be put in that position.”Kasuma studied me for a moment before sighing. “Then let’s hope Duke Merrica succeeds.”I ran a hand through my hair, my thoughts swirling. Visma was controlled. Chaos was their prison, and we held the keys. Hallerus, however, was different.It was once an ally, a friend, a brother. But betrayal had shattered that bond. Still… I didn’t want to be the one to crush it completely. I drummed my fingers on my desk. If Helen could be saved, then perhaps—A knock interrupted my thoughts.“Enter,” I called.An ACIA officer stepped in, bowi
The Merchant Guild Leader, Darvio Vinn, who had profited the most from blocking Aeternum trade. His warehouses stored inferior goods at premium prices, keeping the economy strangled in his grip.The General of the Royal Army, Lionel Ferin, who had bled the treasury dry with excessive military spending, preaching about “independence” while weakening their forces with outdated tactics.They had to be removed. One by one, quietly, without causing suspicion. But how? Merrica could not simply accuse them—Helen trusted them. If he moved too boldly, she would see him as the enemy.No, he had to be careful. He had to play the game. Merrica stood, pouring himself another glass of wine. He would begin by exposing the corruption—turning the people against the parasites that fed on Hallerus.The merchants would learn how Darvio Vinn had been overpricing basic goods. The military officers would see how General Lionel Ferin had been wasting funds on obsolete strategies. The court would hear whisper
At a local tavern, I overheard a group of soldiers drunkenly complaining."Our weapons are old.""Our rations taste like pig slop.""Did you hear? Even Alemia is receiving Aeternum goods now.""We should have never broken ties."I smirked. They knew. Their queen had failed them, and their nation was falling behind while the rest of the world thrived under Aeternum’s soft power. The people of Hallerus were not fools. They saw the rising prosperity of the allied nations, the luxurious goods, the technological marvels, the entertainment, the food. They could only watch in envy.At sunset, I met with Duke Merrica Murrs at his estate. His once-proud posture had been replaced with exhaustion. His eyes, which once held confidence, now carried deep regret.We sat in his grand study, the silence stretching between us. Finally, he spoke."I should have stopped her."I said nothing."I vouched for her. I believed in her." He exhaled, shaking his head. "And now, my people suffer because of my mis
Meanwhile, in Yulga, Maria sat comfortably in her study, reading the latest reports.Lysander stood beside her, amused. "Another assassin failed. This is getting predictable."Maria smirked. "Vismal thinks he’s playing chess, but he’s only moving pawns."She set down her glass, her eyes gleaming with amusement. "Let him keep trying. Let him think he has control.""And when he finally realizes he doesn’t?" Lysander asked.Maria leaned back, exhaling softly. "By then, he won’t be king anymore."While King Vismal wasted his energy plotting assassinations, he failed to see the true danger.His nobles squabbled over the black market. His people secretly craved Aeternum goods. His own soldiers whispered of defecting.Visma was rotting from the inside out. And Maria? She simply watched it happen. She wasn’t just controlling the black market. She was controlling Visma’s fate. One failed assassination at a time.King Vismal III believed he could eliminate Maria Yulga. He believed he could take
"Oi, you got the stuff?""Yeah, yeah, keep it down!"A merchant nervously looked around before handing over a carefully wrapped package."This is the good stuff—straight from Aeternum. Papa Pizza’s special cheese blend. Got it from a merchant who knows a guy who knows a guy."The buyer, a Visma noble in disguise, snatched it eagerly."Finally! I’ve been dying to try this! You have no idea how boring Visma’s food is compared to Aeternum’s cuisine!""Yeah, yeah, pay up first.""Fine, fine—how much?""Two hundred gold pieces."The noble nearly choked. "T-Two hundred?! That’s robbery!"The merchant smirked. "And yet, you’re still going to pay it, aren’t you?"The noble gritted his teeth, but handed over the money anyway. Aeternum’s products were so desirable that people were willing to spend fortunes just to get a taste.And that was exactly what ACIA wanted. By controlling the underground economy, Aeternum achieved multiple goals:Economic Control – Even though Visma banned Aeternum’s pr
The people were asking too many questions. The smugglers were getting bolder. Even their own guards and soldiers were caught listening to Aeternum’s broadcasts in secret. A revolution wasn’t just coming—it was being broadcast live.In an attempt to regain control, the non-allied nations did the only thing they knew how to do—They cracked down. Massive raids were conducted in the dead of night. Entire villages were searched. Merchants were arrested. Radios were smashed in public squares.But no matter how many products they confiscated, no matter how many smugglers they punished, it didn’t stop. Aeternum’s influence was already too deep. The people had tasted the forbidden fruit—and they weren’t about to let go of it.What made matters worse was that not everyone in power was loyal to the cause. Behind closed doors, even high-ranking nobles were secretly buying Aeternum’s products for themselves. Some were sneaking off to allied territories under the guise of “diplomatic visits” just s
Aeternum had always been known for its technological marvels and superior products, but with easy transportation, its goods became more accessible than ever before.From freshly preserved gourmet food to luxurious household items, Aeternum’s influence began to seep into every aspect of daily life across the continent. And the people? They loved it. Why eat old, stale bread when you could have Aeternum’s fresh-baked soft rolls that lasted for weeks without losing their taste?Why wear itchy, poorly-made foreign garments when you could buy Aeternum’s finely woven, stain-resistant fabrics? Even Aeternum’s entertainment industry was making waves. With their crystal-powered moving pictures, stories from Aeternum began flooding into neighboring lands, captivating audiences with rich tales of adventure, romance, and heroism.It wasn’t just about selling goods anymore. Aeternum was selling a way of life. And everyone wanted in.But not everyone was pleased. The non-allied nations watched in d