Kou Empire Novels & Stories

The quiet was both reassuring and unsettling. The last heir to the Empire, Kael, briefly crossed her mind. She couldn't help but question whether the weapon's rumours were accurate. A weapon that might change the balance of power in a society where the only money was power. Although it was difficult to accept, Kael's statement seemed to be accurate in some way. After all, simple insurrection had not brought down the Empire. No, there had been a more sinister and perilous element involved.

"What do you mean? Who did she borrow from?" He glanced at me briefly, his expression grim. "The Claudia Empire." The name hit me like a freight train, and I sank back into my seat. "You’re joking," I whispered, though his expression told me he wasn’t. "The Claudia Empire? The same organization that—" "Yes," he interrupted sharply. "The same organization that deals in illegal trades, controls half the underground economy, and doesn’t forgive debts. Ever. And it's the same organization that were a part off"

What he didn’t know was that Aurelia had already secured it, using methods and connections far beyond his imagination. Beside the contract rested a sleek black card, Unlimited, No spending limit, A gift for him. Everything was ready. Aurelia checked the clock again. 6:30 PM. Still no sign of him. She hesitated, then picked up her phone and called. The line rang three times before connecting. Alexander’s voice came through, hurried. “Aurelia? I’m busy.” “I just wanted to” “I’m working overtime today. The company’s overloaded. If it’s not important, don’t disturb me.”

Inside, a florist stared at a future she had never chosen. And somewhere between legacy and strategy, a contract the empire could not break had taken its first breath.

Santoro looked between us with the quiet satisfaction of a man watching an experiment yield exactly the results he expected. “I hear she’s precious to you,” he said. I kept my eyes on him. Not her. Him. “What do you want Santoro.” “You know what I want.” “Say it.” He tilted his head. “Your empire. Your territory. Your networks in Milan, Rome, and the north.” He said it simply, like he was listing items on a shopping list. “Sign it over. All of it. And walk away.” “And if I don’t.” He glanced at Nina. Just briefly. Just enough.

By the way, why do I need this for? Anyway since the system showed it to me, it should be beneficial for me in some way. Moreover, I learned something new and vital from it. empires… they do exist, how big or mighty is this Kherin empire? [Kherin Empire exists on the north most continent ????? with 90% of its population being the beast of different races, and ruled by ????] Umm… system I know you don't want to spoil me or act secretive but you could have at least told me their names.

“Now it’s time for us to have fun, younger brother!” Dio smiled when he saw the excitement on Kael’s face. It had been a while since he had fun so it wasn’t a bad suggestion. He followed Kael around and listen to him talking like a tour guide. “The axis city is Clandestine Empire’s capital. In this market, you’d be able to find the best shops that provide the best quality goods around the empire.” Kael said as they walked. “Which shop would you like to visit first?” “Let’s do the shopping later. Can we go to the plaza? I’m a bit hungry,” Dio replied as he looked around searching for the plaza with street food stalls.

I'm sure you'd agree with me we didn't hear from our lovely emperor and his wife, let alone the entire family, about twenty years ago. But, by the grace of God, His Imperial Majesty Sir Justice Maclean and Dr. Mrs. Doris Maclean, Emperor of the Indo Continent, have arrived. His Majesty and his wife waved their hands in the air. The audience applauded. We have His Majesty's presence. Dr. Bumba is the Middle Zone continent's Emperor. You are most welcome, Dr. We have His Majesty's presence. King Young Junior, the Far North continent's vice Emperor. You are most welcome, Your Majesty.

The Capital city of the empire was Kelna, many debated that it will stay there; the first decision of the new Emperor was to place the capital in Abed. Every decision made by Emperor Takashi shook the former social order that lasted for centuries. Merchants, craftsmen, and free people significantly have jumped on the hierarchical scale. With the centralized power, the reputation of the samurai and other warrior classes increased, their number enlarged with the rise of the new government. Everyone who was above averagely skilled with the sword, spear, bow, mace, maul, flail or a kusarigama joined their ranks or was sought by local rules.

Having the Yuan Empire on the North, The Silla Kingdom on the south, the Ottoman Empire on the Far east and the Ayuthaya Kingdom in the Far West, Jong Empire managed to maintain the good relationships in all the powerful countries that surrounded them to avoid war and conflict. "There, all set..." Sheen out the last hair ornament on him. It's a phoenix hair clip with different stones on it. "Where did I get this pin?" Kana trailed his finger on the pin, feeling the sturdiness of the stones in it. "That was personally given by the Empress in their state visit when you were 16, young master." The Empress gifted this to him? "My brother said that even the Crown Prince know that I am a man, Am I