There were quite a numbers of things that were discussed and were written on the letter from Bina. And with Sergeant Walker as the eye witness, it was safe to say that last night discussion doesn’t end with any sort of unified result and actions. Instead those people that were released from the prison, instead took over the discussion and decided to pressure the Alliance council to do their bidding.
Before the war happened, and the discussed action in the First World Alliance Meeting in New City before. One of the things that were agreed, is one, the swift death punishment to all the criminals, no matter what status or their ranks, once they found guilty. They must be punished along with the King, and it must be held swiftly as soon as possible. Two, it was an investigations and also the reconstructed of the entire Hallerus palace or the government constitutions of Hallerus Kingdom, which is one of the most important things that must be done as fast as it
“Those that were standing on our side were, Dukedom of Angela, Us and Kingdom of Eloesa naturally…Institute of Artemesia leans towards us but did not expressed it….those that were neutral were Free Nation of Triangle Guild…and the one that sided with Hallerus Factions is Alemia Nation…Crown Prince Amariss stood by the Hallerus Nobles and agreed that this matter should be entirely be something that Hallerus Kingdom should weight in personally…Also, from the Looks of this….I think…Princess Helen might be not entirely in control…it was clearly that Count Kabronel…were the one that take lead in the Hallerus Kingdom factions….Morning Sir..”. (Captain Linda)As we were speaking, the one that answered me were Captain Linda herself, that seemingly appeared from the shadows, and actually she were coming from the Kitchen. It seems that she comes here by the order of Bina, I supposed she was
“My Dearest…are you leaving now?..”. (Maria Scheiber)She must have thought I would be already leaving her, so she was quite worried, and it shows on her expression as she sent me to the front door.“I’m just leaving for work..now, I will be back here later..though it might late…but don’t wait for me..just do what you like…These guards will be here to guard you and Helga…Don’t worry..everything will be fine..”.“..I see…then, please do take care…I will be waiting..”.(Maria Scheiber)Our interactions were brief so, we don’t look that chummy to each other to my men. Thought the closes one knows the clue and learned to look away. For her safety, I leave a few soldiers here to guard the house and both of them. I can’t make them looks shabby now that she had a relationship with me, beside she deserv
“That flimsy boy Amariss…is sure is on their side..but Alphonse…not so much…”. (Bina)“Just because someone stood aside and say nothing..that does not mean they were innocent….Still in the end…everyone will fight for their best interest….especially at the time like this..”.I know that Alphonse Gilbert did not side with anyone in the meeting, but that doesn’t mean that it wont do nothing nor even proof nothing. In fact his silent had already made an impact, and right now thanks to that silence the tip of the scale has become unbalance.“I guess so…despite him did not side with anyone…it was obvious that he should not say anything…because at the end of the day, as a Representative of a forces that did not a solid structure of organizations..should any clashed happened…then the guilds will also profited from any confli
Everyone could only swallowed their saliva as they heard what I just said to them. As a matter of fact, I don’t even want to hide this from anyone, at this point, I am already felt the tinge of betrayal from Alemia Nation, which is something that I have never fathomed to happened to me, but looking at the current situation. Looks like aside from the current mission that First World Alliance have set up, many seems to still have their missions of their own.Ultimately even if there were something that they brew in secret, I don’t really care nor mind, as long as it doesn’t undermine the current objective of the First World Alliance, but, I wont tolerate to be treated like this, when their greed has interfere with the already agreed objective. That is why I need to confirmed, whether Crown Prince Amariss behaviour was something that were planned from the start by the Alemia Nation side, or it was just he prince greed that were talking.&nb
Due to the request of Queen Romella, the last time that we were allies, as we were helping her with her country Civil Wars, she were one of the Royal families that I have permitted to have a Laptop that were connected with the Aeternum Network. Though she used them mostly to do online shopping, and she is quite a shopper, spending thousands of Credits every months. But another things that made it convenient is that, I can do a video conference with her. Her son movement, of supporting the Nobles Factions inside the Hallerus Kingdom, have made me slightly felt tick, and quite annoyed myself.“...Like I have said, Queen Romella….it seems that your son…Crown Prince Amariss….seems to make an underhand deals..behind my back….instead of either staying neutral..or sided with the Alliance…he went with the opposite…..and that is against the call that I have made…….now, I want to know….is this something
Seeing everything that had happened, all up to this point, had finally made me realized many things, and I admit to myself that I am naive, to think that my mindset can actually be followed, or even be understood, by the masses of Fantasma. Aeternum, were the only nations that can realizes my ideology, and the only one that can be on my side no matter what. Due to me mingling with the many nations that eagerly wanted to be on my side, I were influenced by that feelings of wanting to have someone to be able to shared my idea of Utopia.But I forgot that, everyone had their own need and greed, which I have severely overlook. I was probably because I treated Fantasma as my healing place, a place that I can truly shows myself, unlike on earth where I had to follow the rules of society, in Fantasma I, were the one that made the rules to follow my rules. And at some point, seeing Aeternum easily be shaped into my mold, I thought everyone can also be following Aeternum
It was obvious that Aeternums sudden changes, were concerning, especially to many. Especially Princess Angela Seraphim, Grand Magus Soo Kwan Hon and Count William Redwall, who is in the Aeternum Temporary Base, and they have seen the President the first thing in the morning and also his apparent mood and all the Aeternum High rank official, and truth to be said it wasn’t pretty at all. To add to that, they saw how the president looks like when they told him about the meetings and how it goes, certainly it wasn’t pretty at all.“...Princess Angela, and Everyone….this meeting is for Aeternum only..and this is not an alliance meetings….with that I hope you all understand…”. (President Mies Sai)Before everyone, it wasn’t High General Bina that’s come out, but instead the President himself. Although the way he speaks were calm and soft, but everyone that knows the man and have seen him mul
Princess Angela and Baroness Rebecca, hurried back to the Black Rose Brigade Base located at the Southern Gate of Hallerusia City. As Soon as she arrived she get straight in to Her troops designated abode, from the looks of her expression, every single Knight knew that something is going on. By the order of Baroness Rebecca, the Knights immediately and just like what Aeternums Army did, completely guarded the entire base, Kicking all the personnel that does not related to the Dukedom of Angela troops. As for Princess Angela, the first thing she did after arriving to her room, is grabbing her cellphone and called her Mother, Queen Duchess Angela Weinstein.“My Queen, Honorable Mother..this is your daughter…are you be able to speak now?..”. (Princess Angela Seraphim)As soon as the call connected, Princess Angela didn’t wait, but went straight into the conversation with much flattery greetings.&ld
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