1984 Perpetual War Novels & Stories

It's barely a month that he had declared Donna as his fiancee yet now, he wanted her to already marry her. Alessio also felt odd about this issue but considering the fatherly bond between Derrick and Ian Joh, he could only remain quiet. "Write a letter and send it back to Ian Joh. Tell him I'm gallantly awaiting the war from Aurora Island." Derrick said. "Sir, our soldiers are just recovering from the previous war. The previous war lasted for three and a half years. We didn't even win, both parties had to retreat and give up lest the war last forever. If we embark on another war, aren't we digging our own graves?" Alessio asked.

Computing. Then, in a voice as cold as death, he said. "Your time is over, Derek Valen." I chilled. Because in that instant, I knew— The war was beginning. —