“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
“Thank you for the heartwarming confession and by far the largest decisions that I have ever heard been don inside of this radio broadcast, Your Highness Princess Helen…then, Mr.President if you please…”. (Quara Raedrim)As of right now, Princess Helen Hallerus has already finished her speech and statements. Now it was left to me to speaks for myself and relay to the audience the Aeternum stands in this matter. Quara Raedrim swiftly handed the speech to me and I went on.“Thank you Quara….Good Afternoon, fellow listeners both in and outside Aeternum…I am, Mies Sai, The president of the Independent States of Aeternum…in this moment, I just wanted to say and express how relieve I was, to see, meet and knowing Princess Helen….To me she was deserving of the Hallerus throne…she is compassionate towards her people, pure and have a big heart for justice..”.
As celebration went off like a fireworks all over the Hallerus Kingdom, many listeners around the Central Continent can’t help but feeling awed by this development. It was the first time that they actually be able to witness some historical moment happened with them knowing the whole story. This is a rare opportunity also to some who able to smell some windows to get something out of this war, especially for the mercenary group and Adventurer Teams, who going after, 3 crucial things, that is money, fame and connections. For many that knows about Aeternum, they know that this little nation is no push overs, and they know an opportunity is waiting for them.“Hurry, tell everyone to get ready!…we are going to Merrica City today!..”.(Silver Farm Mercenary group leader, Mongoose)Silver Farm Mercenary Group is fairly a new Mercenary Group, a low level group to be exact and only at the Copper Ranks. What is unique about hi
The announcement regarding Princess Helen Quest for the Throne, in just a few hours has become a wide spread news that broke many anticipations. Thanks to this a lot of opportunity has open to anyone that want’s to seek them, be it fame, money or anything, when there was a war, then everything will go. This also meant, that those that were having greedy thought about Hallerus Kingdom also sees this news of civil war as something that they should take advantage of. A slick opportunity to get what they want. One of those force that eyeing for the Hallerus Kingdom, is Visma Nation and Battle Star Empire.“<BAM!!>…I thought that the Hallerus Kingdom is finished as soon as I heard that Prince Robert The 2ndannounced that he will be warring against his father…hehehe..who would’ve thought…that instead of that lofty Prince it was his sister that actually stood to the occasion…”.(King Vismark The
Aeternum, New City, Black House Meeting Room.With the Radio Broadcast has already done with, it was now time for the last strategic meeting, with all the involved party. Luckily there was 12 meeting room inside of the Black House, and about half of them can be joined together by simply just removing the partitions wall. So for this large meeting that would involved many forces, 3 room has been conjoined into one large room.“Currently Present!…From Dukedom of Angela, Princess Angela Seraphim and Baroness Rebecca Gen Andersson..”.(Lieutenant Colonel Sareen)Since this was an official high level meeting only those that were of high ranked were allowed inside. Sareen has took the role of Secretaries in this meeting and so is the other second and third in command of the department. As per the protocol of the meeting, roll call was important, starting with the foreign ambassador, Sareen ca
The numbers of Mage were quite short actually, probably almost to the point of useless even, but 10 Grand Wizard is sufficient enough also, as a Grand Magus of Tier 6, the old man is quite good actually. He’s a living legend so to said, famous a few hundred years back for participating in a lot of wars. But this sight from Institute of Artemesia is understandable, after all, they were not actually a country, but rather just a large private school that has it’s own land, most of the time they were neutral. But everyone can see that the time has changed, eventually they have to picked a side, since then they have chosen to side with the First World Alliance, hence they have to keep their parts of the bargain.“From Free Nation of Triangle Guild, Mercenary Association President Sir Alphonse Gilbert and Aeternum Mercenary Guild Branch Guild Master, Mister Balnur Halor..”. (Lieutenant Colonel Sareen)“Greetings Your
“Hohoho…I never thought that I would be joining this meeting thou…I am honored to see all of you..leaders..”. (Count Redwall)Seeing that Setting Sun Kingdom were the only unnamed nation in the room, the kind and timid Count were rather embarrassed and felt out of place being in this room. After all, no one other that the Aeternum knows who he was and where he comes from.“We are all humbled to see you, representing the Setting Sun Kingdom joining us on this meeting table…As one of the ally nation..you are deserved to be here….<CLAP!>..Everyone I needed your attention please….Thanks, Sareen I will take over from here…”.Seeing me comforting him, does put a lot of ease on the timid Count, it was surprising to see him like this after all, when he was about to save his wife, he couldn’t be more gallant and brave. Taking the lead in the room I stan
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