Right after the meeting with the Aeternum President, Unlike the Aeternum President who hurried left the Stammler City, all the lords still decided to stay in the hospitality of the Stammler Family, all of the 4 lords right now, were in an informal setting where they were enjoying what they considered the first calm nights that they have experience after years of headache because of the Wasteland worsening situations. It was a seldom occasions to see all the 4 lords sat down on a single balcony in peace, after all, all 4 of them never really do be in a good terms with each others, each and single one of them has a history of battles against one and another.“Those Merchants made it seems like Aeternum is the worst type of people out there…whilst the truth is…they were the one that with the black heart…..”.(Reqkin Rivgog)“I know right?…When Little Lobelia told me that she wanted to go to Aeternum…I rather reluctant…but now, letting her go was the right decisions after all…Seeing
As the day slowly turned dark and the stars slowly getting brighter in the sky, all the Lords along with Agent Smith as their story teller about Aeternum, everyone comes to understand more about what Aeternum is and whom the President is, they come to found out about the President philosophy and his strong will against racism that has been practiced by humans. How he single handedly created the most perfect government that everyone were satisfied with, over the times, all the Lords has found a new perspective about Aeternum as a whole. And Naturally they also learned about the do’s and don’t when it comes to the President.“We never knew that…that is how it went down with the Church of Light in the Tri-Nation Valley war…turns out that the people who called themselves the purest and the righteous ones actually wanted to played gods…and then got their asses handed back to them..Hah~ how satisfying it is to here that..”.(Rhowanda Mudswan)“...So right now, Aeternum is actually enemies wi
Whilst the Stammler family Mansion in the Stammler city were in a good vibes as all the Lords were listening to Agent Smith tales about Aeternum, on the other part of the city the night isn’t as peaceful as everyone thought it might be. Especially for the 3 Major Guilds that is currently bewildered as to why they haven’t received any information about what is going on inside the Stammler Family Mansion as they usually does every day or when something important happened. Everything has been a smooth sailing for them ever since they set foots on these lands, not only they were revered by everyone but also they have been living like kings for so long that a mere Guild Master were able to make anything they liked.“Why is that Lingard Joel is far too late these days…we haven’t got any reports from them at all?…even our people in the mansion haven’t come out from that place at all?…did all the lord having a party of any kind?..”.(Merchant Guild Master Relius Jack)Sitting inside on the top
As that atmosphere at the secret top floor of the Merchant guild become more merry, at a dilapidated mud house right across the street of it, were all silence and filled with seriousness. From the outside, the mud house looked exactly the same as any other houses beside it and in the city. But in the inside it was different, because at the moment, the sound of people gearing up and racking their silenced firearms were constantly reverberate. The entire house were filled with Aeternum A.C.I.A agents, which is all of them above Tier 2, it can be said that in the entire Stammler City these is the strongest gathering of powerhouse.“All these greedy pigs talking with each others disgust me!…Ptui!…”.(Agent Spider @ 02)“There will always people like them in these world, 02…these kind of people are normal in Fantasma, we Aeternums were the only kind that is different…as we all have values and humanity in us…03, can you pass me that Flash bomb…I’m gonna blind those bastard the first thing I
“Sir, all assault squads has mobilized…time limit counter has started, 59 minutes until mission time ended….receiving live feeds from all Squads…Stammler City Squad 3 has initiated the Perimeter Operation barrier….no civilians nor, the Stammler City official personnel inside the operation radius…Squad 1 and 3 are moving in on target…”.(First Lieutenant Chiyou)“All communication office stay on alert..monitor the surrounding carefully…make sure that the operation stayed covert…once there is variable comes up…the remainder of the Third Squads will move in and subdued the Variable…”.“Roger that sir,…All communication officers, Opened the secure covert channel to all designated ‘Executioners’…Permission to eliminate Variables is permitted..Permissible actions is Option 2…”.(First Lieutenant Chiyou)Whilst those that were on the field were working hard, those that were in the War Room is also doing as much hard worked as all of them, rather than using their physical prowess those that wer
“As always…Maiden Unit is just too overpowered…Look at that Maiden Eleanor..she is only using a handgun the entire time. Yet she can easily punctured the head of the Tier 3 Minotaur warrior, whilst he was showing off his Aura, that is just insane…”.(Colonel Alessia)On one of the screen, it shows that whilst the chaos were happening, Maiden Eleanor which has become Colonel Alessia interest, is actually just showing a spectacular skills at defeating all of her foes. Whilst dressed in her signature revealing maid uniforms and equipped with not armor and just donning a handgun and a swords, she cut down everything in her path. In fact, it wasn’t just her, but all the Maiden Unit is just like her, they were keeping up with the Squads tempo whilst easily handling their own work and even helping others.“Hmm…as a Chosen Maiden Unit Operator, she naturally has to performed like these…these ladies were still the trainees…for a trainees their performance is acceptable for me…just acceptable…no
As at the Aeternum Wasteland Base, War Room were getting rather tense, the same thing is happening at the Stammler city and also all the operation locations, all the operator as of the moment are already entering the most critical phase of their operation. At the Stammler City, Squad 1 is already engaging with the occupants of the Merchant Guilds top floors, where all the 3 major guild, guild masters and also the merchant groups owners were having their party. For once in their lives they never would’ve thought that they were attacked like these in the ground where they are confident that are theirs for so long.“Who are you?!…how dare you break into these room!!..do you know who we are?..”.(Merchant Guild Master Relius Jack)The first thing that the famed Greedy Pig of the Stammler City Merchant guild could utter from his mouth at the apparent disruption before him, is lashing out with his worthless words of threats. Everyone in the room were drunk and already incoherent beyond measu
It doesn’t take too long or too complicated process after all agents were to get their designated arrested, because after that, for the remaining ones that were left behind after all the actions were handled by the Maiden Unit. Aside from Squad leader Rosee and Maiden Eleanor, agent 02,03 and 04 already dragging their unconscious target out. As the chaotic scene passed, there is not a single person in the room has any capacity to be a threat, so everything went to silence at once.“Miss, what should we do about these slaves?..”.(Squad Leader Agent Rosee @ 01)“...What slaves?…01…we are in an operation ground and procedures…naturally it falls into the collateral damage category…besides…look at them…ending their suffering whilst avenging them are the best that we can do for them…”.(Maiden Eleanor)“.…..I apologize..it was out of line of me…”.(Squad Leader Agent Rosee @ 01)“Good…step out of the room…only come in after the sound stops…”.(Maiden Eleanor)It was clear what is going to happ
“That settles it,” said Queen Inariel. “I want one. No—two. One for me, and one for my heir.”There was laughter, yes—but beneath it, genuine interest and burning ambition.These weren’t simply rulers indulging in luxury. They were leaders who understood symbols. In their home countries, where roads were still dirt and carts still squeaked over stone, returning in a Presidential SUV would not merely signify alliance—it would inspire transformation. A visual cue to their people that change had come.Brogath turned to Cassana. “And how do we acquire these… symbols?”Cassana smiled. “Each vehicle is available through our UNA Government Procurement Program. With subsidies for infrastructure partners. If your country commits to hosting an AAM-supported maintenance center, we offer reduced fleet prices.”Prince Thelric’s eyes lit up. “So, we wouldn’t just buy cars. We could build an AAM branch?”“Exactly,” said Cassana. “It’s part of Aeternum’s development outreach.”The implications were e
Mrs. Jamey blinked. “Pardon?”The Queen’s proposal was gentle but clear. “Our kingdom—Lirya—is small, yes. But we have abundant cotton, some of the finest silk-spinning traditions in our mountain region, and a rising population of tailors looking for stable work. Nicole’s… would be cherished there.”It wasn’t long before other leaders joined the conversation. Prince Thelric spoke of his nation’s dye-producing forests. A dwarven delegate mentioned an offer to help forge enchanted weaving machines. Everyone wanted to be the first to secure Nicole’s expansion.Mr. Jamey chuckled, both overwhelmed and humbled. “We always thought expansion meant bigger cities in Aeternum. But… I suppose we’ve been looking too closely. Nicole’s could mean something far more if we carry her name into the world.”By the time the sun began to set, the Jameys had exchanged contact crystals with six different representatives. Nicole’s might soon go international.And Nicole’s was just the beginning. Across New C
“It is said that if knowledge was water,” said their guide, a half-elf librarian named Vestra, “then Aeternum’s library is the ocean.”In a grand central chamber, they passed under a dome showing a starmap that changed with real-time sky positions. Every known nation had a section—yes, even the smallest and poorest. Aeternum had made it a point of pride to gather the history of every people in the continent, even those now forgotten by time.“This is… our old crest,” Queen Inariel whispered, her fingertips trembling as she reached toward an illuminated tome. “From three centuries ago… when our land was still one forest, before the wars divided it…”“We thought this was lost,” murmured Thelric as he came upon a scroll written in his kingdom’s ancient language, long dead and unspoken.Their tour grew quiet. There was no mocking here, no pompous declarations of Aeternum’s superiority. Only quiet reverence. A nation this strong, this secure, chose to preserve—not dominate. It guarded the
A knock at the door interrupted the quiet hum.It was Director Kwak Lum, again dressed in his signature dark blue robes, his draconic features smiling as he entered.“Honored guests,” he said, bowing respectfully. “Allow me to welcome you, on behalf of the Aeternum Crown and President Mies Sai. You are the first stars to light the Summit’s sky, and we are honored by your presence.”The gathered leaders rose and bowed in return.“We will ensure your time here is not just comfortable,” Kwak Lum continued, “but fruitful. Tours of the city have been arranged. Economic delegates will arrive within days for pre-summit discussions. And the Four-Leaf’s hot springs are now fully prepared—though I dare say our chefs may be the true stars of the Resort.”Laughter rippled through the room.As Kwak Lum left, Queen Inariel turned to the others. “Let them come in airships. Let them come with fanfare and marching bands. We came with purpose.”“And humility,” Brogath added.“Let’s make sure the world
Ambassador Roland cleared his throat. “Director Kwak… if I may speak freely?”“Always, Ambassador Roland.”He stood, brushing a hand across his waistcoat. “We are humbled. To house our people in such a place… it is more than any of us expected. We… we feared being seen as the weaker voices among the UNA.”Kwak Lum’s smile broadened, his eyes gleaming like starlight. “We do not see you as weak. We see you as family.”The moment lingered in silence, the kind that needs no words. Roland sat down; cheeks slightly flushed but heart a little lighter.Outside, beyond the floor-to-ceiling window, the sprawling city continued its dance of preparation. Massive floral displays were being installed at the roundabout leading to the Summit Plaza. Colorful banners were raised in quick succession, displaying the names of each arriving nation. Already, the delegation from the Dukedom of Angela had arrived in a train of shimmering glass carriages. The Republic of Telvinia’s airship hovered just beyond
“Attention citizens of the Free Nation,” a cheerful voice echoed across cobblestone streets, “this is an international broadcast. In four weeks’, time, the UNA Summit will commence in New City, Aeternum. Thirty-one proud nations will stand together under one flag of progress, cooperation, and shared security. We celebrate an era of peace—an age of unity…”The words echoed like thunder in the council chamber.Outside, people paused to listen. While many among the elite scowled and turned away, others in the lower districts paused, curious. Some even smiled. The promise of unity, safety, and growth was seductive—especially to the common folk, burdened by Triangle Guild’s centuries of unchecked power and exorbitant fees.Kennedy noticed it. “Look at them… even our own people are considering it.”“They’re weak,” Carn muttered. “They don’t understand what’s at stake.”Alphonse’s brow furrowed. “Or maybe they do. Maybe they’re tired of being bled dry by guild taxes and levies. Aeternum gave
In New City, President Kaiser Mies Sai met with his advisors. The room buzzed with discussions about the upcoming summit and the potential threats from dissenting nations.Advisor Elena: "Mr. President, intelligence reports suggest increased propaganda from the Principality. They aim to discredit the summit and our initiatives."President Mies: "We anticipated resistance. Our focus remains on unity and progress. Let their words be drowned by the chorus of cooperation and shared prosperity."The President's resolve was clear. The UNA would not be deterred by the dissent of those clinging to outdated and oppressive ideologies.As the summit drew nearer, the world watched with bated breath. Supporters of the UNA saw it as a beacon of hope and collaboration, while detractors viewed it as a threat to their traditional power structures.In the Principality of Light, the Church intensified its rhetoric, urging its followers to resist the UNA's influence. Yet, whispers of dissent emerged even
The Ministry of Infrastructure has begun preparations to reroute major traffic corridors to accommodate the anticipated diplomatic convoys and foreign delegates. The Ministry of Culture is also curating a week-long cultural exposition to showcase Aeternum’s diversity and progress.President Mies’ spokesperson confirmed that multiple major policy announcements are expected during the summit’s plenary sessions, including topics rumored to include:Official designation of the Aeternum Credit as the UNA’s preferred trade currency. Establishment of the UNA Education Oversight Bureau. Expansion of continental transport infrastructure, and. Strengthened defense cooperation under UNA guidelinesNo foreign media has yet been granted interview access to the President ahead of the summit, but sources within the Black House suggest the upcoming event is being viewed as “a generational turning point.”"The world is watching. The people are ready. And in five weeks’ time, New City will become more
Aeternum would continue to offer education, security, and infrastructure assistance—but always in a way that ensured we maintained our lead.We would teach them how to build schools, but we would own the publishing rights to the most advanced textbooks. We would help them create local militias, but they would still call for Aeternum troops when true threats loomed.We would help them modernize, industrialize, prosper—but they would know, always know, that Aeternum had already blazed the trail further ahead. I didn’t want vassals. I wanted allies who could never quite catch up—because they didn’t need to. They needed us to lead.I rose from my chair and walked toward the window. New City stretched into the horizon, its shining towers and clean streets proof of what discipline and vision could achieve.If left alone, the world would fall back into darkness. If left to their own devices, these medieval kings and nobles would tear each other apart again. The future needed guardians. The U