After my meeting ended, it was time for me and Catherine to discussed some of our work stuff, and also the matters that most important to us at the moment, Minister Choi Han Na. Ever since I agreed to ‘assist’ her on her endeavour to become the next sitting president, Catherine and naturally the entire Virtue Financial has entered an observations mode. Mostly because everyone were being careful on these particular issue, after all, if we were not careful, these such as politics, especially politics can turned Virtue Financial image in a single night, which something that all of us don’t want to see. “Did she said that she wanted to make her own Party?..”. “Yep, she did…and that party only consisted with only 2 candidates besides her…making it a total of only 3 of them…I mean..sure, you can do that…but..why though?…is it really necessary?..”. (Catherine) These is something new to me, Minister Choi Han Na wanted to make her own political party for these elections. Like Catherine said,
Catherine suggested that while we still on path to set Minister Choi Han Na as the President, we can also put both Kim Hyun Nee and Lee Hon Kil on a positions that will surely work on Virtue Financial stance, rather than just satisfied with the current situations, why not doubling down on the entire thing. Fully committed on it, and make sure that when everything is done, no one will be able to challenged Virtue Financial standing anymore and finally we can set our sight on a lot of other crucial stuff.“So…bring them in and make them take our side…then, put them on where we wanted them to be…is that what you proposing to me right now?…”.“Yeah…I meant that…you know that is much more beneficial to us…when that happened…we will actually have controls of some of things that might be useful nor alert us if there is some dangers to us…if you asked me, I doubt that the 2…will rejected the offer..if we proposed it to them…”. (Catherine)“...I guess it would be that way it is then….if we wan
“My outside broker?….you knew?..”.(Catherine)“Of course I know, Cathy…you spent millions of dollar on information on a lot of your decision to invest and investigate something that bothers you…it wasn’t wrong or forbidden by me…also, I don’t mind it..after all, you made the move for the benefits of Virtue Financial and to do you job…fine by me…but, why not try using Risk Management team from now on…okay?…They were our people and much more reliable and trustworthy…Ran Hyun Ok, uses them a lot…why not you?…you are the Chairwoman after all…”.In Virtue Financial workspace, we mostly deals with investment, and one most crucial aspect of investment is intelligence and information on the subjects. Virtue Financial does not limited a personal decision, all of the decision makers such as Catherine were the one that approving and also deciding where to invest, also in Virtue Financial that decision is the same as achievements and credits in the company. Catherine has been using her own channe
The National elections race has already started to enter the phase of full swing right at these time, the parliaments has already disbanded and every single politician out there has already started their campaign all over the places, and on the Television, these campaign were the only thing that took almost all the slot despite everything that just happened before these. It was as if to these people the incidents regarding the gangsters and all the violence that threaten the peace was something that doesn’t matter to anyone anymore.“[Assemblyman Byeong Seung Min, was seen in Kangnam today..rallying up his campaign to run for the Kangnam District office…for one more times…]……”. (Television)“Minister Choi Han Na…to what I owe these pleasure today?…sorry…as you can see…I am rather having some works to be done today….and that News…wasn’t helping at all..”. (Ran Hyun Ok)Ran Hyun Ok were in her office and with her is Choi Jin Su, both of them were clearly in the midst of something.
It’s always not easy to meet an essentials person, no matter on what field it is. Naturally, even for someone with high positions as Choi Han Na, meeting a person like President of the Virtue Financial, is definitely not east at all, despite her having his personal numbers, she had been rather conflicted to call him, and she knows that for these kind of matter it was better to meet with him personally and explained to him. She doesn’t know what his response going to be, after all, he just agreed to finance only her, but now, she is actually trying to take a few on boards with her and rides these Virtue Financial support waves.“You wanted to meet with President Mies and Chairwoman Catherine?…please give me a moment…let me call them first…excuse me..”. (Ran Hyun Ok)“Sure..take your time…”. (Choi Han Na)Ran Hyun Ok shows her courtesy smiles and left to her desk to get her personal phone and started dialing someone. Deep down, Choi Han Na and both of her colleagues were on the edge as
On the contrary of people expectations, that a person like me doesn’t really have much to do, I am quite busy these few days. Moreover thanks to Jason Lee and Hannah Johnson delivering me the finished design, as of now, I am rather occupied with my preparation to head back to Fantasma. With the development of self sustained Aeternum in Fantasma, and the Political elections in Korea at earth, I have both side in a crucial moments, that need both of my attentions. Hence I have to create a concreted plans for both sides. Rather than earth I think Aeternum needs me more, that is what I have in my mind.“…Sir, Miss Ran Hyun Ok and her entourage just arrived at the Helipad…should I arranged for the dinner to be held here?..”. (Butler Bang)“Hmm?…yeah..invite all of those that were related here..it was much safer here than in the town anyway…at least we are away from the prying eyes…in a season like these there is a lot of creepy crawlies out there that hungry for a scope like
“Your own personal asset…for those 2 type of manufactures…5 of each…and all of them were spread across the world..but for Virtue Financial owned ones…dozens of them…”. (Park Zuo Yung)“Hmm…if I were to ordered these amount of produce to be made…how many manufacturers do you think these would requires?…”.I slides the papers where all of the stuffs that I wanted to be produced to Park Zuo Yung. What I ordered is simply a tall request, for the each military branches uniforms, the amount is 1 million each, that is enough for each soldier to have 3 pair per person, for all 4 types of Uniforms, from formal all the way to the everyday clothing. On top of that have enough surplus for backups essentially, only around 100 thousand pairs will immediately be distributes and the rest of the 900 thousand will be shelved.The second types, is the Military gears, from backpack, tactical vest all the way to the ammo pouch and the Special gears, such as belt with sheathed for the swords and wands. The
As soon as I have everything that I wanted handed down to Park Zuo Yung, as she would be handling everything on that side, I continued to finished up some other works. My goal is for these week, I wanted to draft enough plans for Virtue Financial for one year. Based on my predictions and calculations, to developed Aeternum I would need to be there for 1 entire years. All the plans were crucial at that time, because, I don’t want Aeternum to be isolated for far too long, because by then the Central Continent will surely felt the emptiness that were left by our vacancy.One thing that is for sure, that Central Continent has never been at peace, and Fantasma as a whole is a world with all kind of misfortune and disasters. The one that comes from natural threats the monsters, and on top of that all the greediness and the self entitled nations all over Aeternum they were all eyeing their chances to once again wreck havoc. As of right now, it was a fall season in Central Continent, after th
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