For Virtue Medical, one of Virtue Financial direct business affiliates, and one of it’s major Hospital, Haneul University Hospital, that has already been a smooth sails as after the moment they were acquired by Virtue Financial and finally been included into the Virtue Medical, this is the second times that they were visited by the Virtue Medical CEO, Mariah Mills. As a matter of fact, it wasn’t just Virtue Medical highest order were here, but instead the entire, Virtue Financial upper echelon, the Inner Circle were here, starting from the Chairwoman Catherine Ken, were seen on the hospital ground.“Isn’t this the first time that this kind of assembled were to be done?…I never seen so many influential figures of our company here at one place…”. (Reception Lady with short hair)“Shh!…stop talking, do you want to lose your job?…see that over there…that’s Chairwoman Catherine!…everyone knows that she got a fiery temper…now that the situations is like this…at any given moment..she is goin
In actuality, everyone knows that Choi Ji Soo were here. But aside from the carefree ones, the others were too invested on their thoughts to really welcome her, Especially for Catherine, Sharon and Marcuez Vega. They were in the loop of what Mies were planning and how just adamant he is in making sure that his plans will come to fruition, but the second they got the news that he was injured all 3 of them just got furious by these. Their emotional states were not unjustified, after all, when they sense that Mies were put on the harms way, they had actually reached out to the government to speaks about it, but even there were a reply, the help were basically none existence.By then, they know that something is definitely not right and such things wasn’t supposed to happened. Only then they knew that the area is actually under the Gangsters rules and the Presidential office just don’t know about it either. Therefore rendering all their effort useless, then at that moment, Mies Actually t
Like an intense medical drama that featured top star casting, that is what happening at the Entrance of the Haneul University Hospital. As soon as the convoy arrived at the front entrance, doctors and nurses ran out of the building and to the cars and bus. Accurately and fast, not only that it was also seen as the most appropriate ways to handle such cases. Haneul University Hospital staff shows to everyone just why they deserved to be one of the top medical institute in the Korea and also around the world. Everything were intense and precise, no wasted movement or even delayed.Every single patients were immediately brought to the Emergency ward, and treated with utmost care. It was a hectic but at the same time a reassuring scene to behold. What even shocking to see, is that 2 of the Virtue Medical top doctors and also it’s leadership figures were there on the spot to show that that they were and still a respected medical practitioners, Doctor Mariah Mills and Doctor Choi Ji Soo. Th
2 Hours after President Mies and all of the rescued victims of the large and deadly fights were saved and brought to the Haneul University Hospital. The entire incidents at the Kangnam District has finally conclude, and what even shocking is that the President, Park Gun Yang himself were the one that brought down the solutions himself. A rather unusual actions could happened on a situations like this, Such details naturally didn’t get passed the media that were closely reporting the news. Both the local and international news outlet got the whiff of these news, and reported that the President had actually mobilize the Army Special Forces and the National Intelligence Agency.With this shocking involvement, the whole incidents were wrapped in an instant as soon as the troops arrived. In a conclusion, 200 people were arrested, on the spot. The fights between these 2 rival gangs were estimated to includes more than 300 people, among those 300 people, 50 people were dead, due to various i
Everyone thought that I would tell them to immediately started the pressure and perhaps even went straight to attack. But instead I told everyone to hold back and stay silence for a little bit, which puzzled everyone, and for Catherine she were immediately sits and enters her deep thought. Of everyone else, she were the person that could understand my trains of thought fast. And I am sure she will be able to, the plans is rather quite simple actually. Since the drama had been set, it was time to wait for the reactions.“Aren’t you afraid that the Dragon Bei Triads will try to back off?..”. (Catherine)“...they actually did already…the moment..the fights were shown on the broadcast…they already did….and they did it quite fast…as of right now, I am sure that Dragon Bei Triad already erasing their trace here on Korea…”.“...Those slimy bastard always fast to retreat…sneaky bastards…”. (Marcuez Vega)“They sure did…and on top of that..they were sloppy as always…”. (Helena Mendoza)Unlike
Virtue Financial and me, had to be appeared as the side that has been wronged, the side that had suffered from injustice and corruptions, yet despite all that, had the guts to stood up to all of this, and also become the party that also too it upon its shoulder to help those that were also abandoned and victimized by these unfortunate events. I wanted people to immediately does not questions my stands on these case. No matter what I do, and decided it no one were able to do anything to me, instead all that they can do is just accept them and suck it up.Hence explained the moves that I decided that Virtue Financial had to take. With maintaining the silence, it would make everyone thinks that Virtue Financial is in the process of thinking of it next moves, also will further made everyone wonders of my health conditions and also, Hwa Young conditions. As of right now, it was already clear that both of our popularity had made these all incident bigger than what it was supposed to be. As
Right now all over the world, not only Korea, people are already keeping up with the news regarding Virtue Financial President and the top actress. The incident regarding the downtown fights had shook a lot of people, after all it was a rather graphic incidents that were caught on the live TV, and on top of that there were a lot of people that were harmed on that show. To many the issues had rather become sensitives, but then again many also sees these as an opportunity, especially to many of the government. It was a perfect times to show that it was safe for Virtue Financial to come to their country to developed themselves.“[Actually Candice, the recent incident at the Kangnam District….is something that can happened anywhere around the world…but still, the response was a little bit worrying I supposed…I can assure you that here in the States..such things would never happened…]”. (States Senator)“[I see…still, this kind is incident has been rather a relief to see a good ending for
By now I am sure that to those that watched the news they all probably knew that I am injured while the fights were going on. Then when I got to the hospital, somehow the news got more traction and perpetuate even more that it have to. For some reason, in the news and tabloids, my injuries had somehow worsened from just a punctured hand, and not people actually believe that in the midst of the fights that weren’t shown on the camera, I somehow got shot in a chest, then there were some news that were saying that I am now limbless and in a critical state.“.…I’m not going to say anything about this…but somehow I felt bad about myself…for some reason, I am in a critical conditions…and probably going to die…”.I put down the papers that I’m reading and chuckled to myself. I am right now, inside my Private Suite, in Haneul University Hospital. No one were here, as right now, it was the second day after the incident. I have send everyone to do their task, and I am sure by now every single o
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