Arriving at Kingdom Euphoria
1977 Words
“Your supreme excellency, there was a change of throne in the Kingdom Euphoria, is it possible to continue this trip and plan it again?”
Anastasia said to the phone, speaking with Michael.
Michael, glancing on some papers frowned after hearing that. It was definitely bad news since there’s a new head of state and the ideology may differ from its predecessor.
“The message you delivered to the royal capital is on its way I believe.”
“Yes your supreme excellency, but we can send another one and cancel the trip if you want to.”
Michael sets aside the paper and propped up his chin, pondering for making a decision.
Seconds later, Michael decided.
“First, I want to know what happened to the king during the abdication, is he dead or alive?”
“He’s alive, your supreme excellency.”
“Good, then proceed at once. The daughter may be a new queen of the kingdom but the policy of the last king is still in effect. Use this opportunity rather than letting it go.”
Michael commanded, Anastasia who’s at the military outpost smiled, “Understood supreme excellency, consider it done.”
Michael hung up the phone and proceeded to work with Raphael who was standing beside him.
“What’s the update on the residential area?” Michael suddenly spoke, startling Raphael.
Raphael flipped through the papers on her clipboard.
“88% done sir, also do you want to know the satisfaction rate of the immigrants living at the condominium?”
“Go ahead,” Michael said simply.
“So we’ve conducted a survey regarding our treatment of immigrants. 92% of them are satisfied and are willing to work with us after recuperation.”
“92%? What happened to the other 8%?”
“They were uncertain sir, but no one was dissatisfied in our treatment towards them. They will be living at the luxurious condominium in one month and after that, all of them will be moved to the new residential area built for them and for the new immigrants.”
“Good, this is going to be an exhilarating kingdom building. By the way, how’s the corpse of the flame dragon thing in the Seawind Region, did we secure the head?” Michael changed the topic.
“Yes sir, the head and other parts of the dragon are currently en-route to the island we discovered named Stevens Island. And are dissected there for further research by our science division.”
Stevens Island is one of the biggest islands of the Empire of Liberty with most of the military technology and facilities. It was the island where Michael used most of his system after leveling to level 67.
“Okay,” Michael clasped as he closed the file in his hand, “We will wait for the report regarding the Kingdom of Euphoria, they will arrive by dawn.”
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Back at the military outpost, after taking a break and eating their lunches, the team prepared themselves again as they will leave the military outpost to resume their travels.
Anastasia, Sirius, and Karen entered the Joint Tactical Light Vehicle. Looking at the window, a troop with a confused look scanned the vehicle wondering how it moves when it is not being pulled by a horse.
The engine roared as the ignition started, the guards there reflexively armed themselves up by the sudden noise coming from the mysterious carriage but Karen who was peering at the window waved her hand, indicating that it was okay and there’s no need to worry.
And once, they left the military outpost.
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Inside the Royal Palace, located in the capital of Euphoria, Bem. Princess Jean Euphoria who just recently became the head of state or simply the Queen was resting in her bedroom.
A knock on the door made her stand up and composed herself like a queen.
“Enter.”
With that word, a young beautiful woman same as her entered her bedroom donning a military uniform similar to a redcoat adorned with aiguillette.
Compared to her wavy-long blonde hair, the woman who entered has short blonde hair tied in a french braid. Her red cape dangling on her right shoulder and black pleated skirt with red linings fluttered in her steps.
One of her most noticeable appearances is her white thigh-high boots.
“Sister, I’ve returned the moment I heard the news, congratulations on becoming the queen of Euphoria.” Her sister kneeled and bowed reverently in front of her.
“Alexa, please there’s no need for formality, you’re my sister and we’re not in an official event for you to call me like that.”
“But you’re the queen now. As expected, father really favored you on becoming the queen since you're talented and smart in politics. I admire you sister.” She bowed her head deeply while showering her with praise.
“You’re flattering me, sister, I’m you were smarter than me, then you could possibly be a queen of Euphoria, but sadly all you have is your fighting capability.” Jean chuckled.
“As I said before, I don’t want to become the queen, it’s not my taste. Where I belong in the battlefield.” Alexa valiantly said and walked forward, “Speaking of which, there is still a high tension in the west border.” Alexa sat in the bed beside Jean.
“Hmm, father said that if they maintain the status quo, then it’s okay in which I agree. Also, there’s something I need to tell you.”
“What is it?” Alexa leaned over.
“I will be marrying the crown prince of the Grand Empire of Thames. I don’t know but this is the one I dislike the most.”
“Hoh? Marrying someone you don’t love just for the sake of the alliance is troublesome.” Alexa sighed, “That’s one of the reasons why I don’t want to become a Queen.” Alexa then placed her arm over Jean’s shoulder, “Don’t worry, if that crown prince is a scum, tell me. I’ll beat him even if he’s the son of the most powerful country in the continent.”
“Are you really going to do that?” Jean asked, chuckling, but her laugh is not genuine, it was a laugh with a hidden meaning of uneasiness.
“Just say the word.”
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One day later, inside the Royal Palace, Jean woke up and performed everything she needed in the morning, such as eating, bathing, and donning. After all of that, Jean heads to her office which was the office of her father.
It was her first day as the queen of the Kingdom Euphoria and she decided that she’ll give her all.
—A knocked on the door. It was her sister since she’s expecting her. She beckoned her to enter the office and began discussing.
“How’s father?” Jean asked.
“He’s still in his bed.” Alexa replied with a dejected tone, “It’s sad that there’s no cure working on him, even with our royal doctor, it’s just not enough to save father from his critical situation.”
“Is that so…” Jean can’t just take all of it. His father is dying and Alexa was avoiding the word death which is hard to speak out loud. His condition is worsening and the royal doctor estimated that he only has weeks to live.
“But there’s something more important!” Alexa abruptly said, waving the mail in her hand.
“Something more important than the life of our father? What do you mean?” Jean scowled.
“That’s not what I meant, Jean, calm down.” Alexa said, “This is the mail we received from the—Empire of Liberty? Does that country ring any bell?”
Hearing a random country name, Jean's interest surges up, and looks at Alexa with curiosity.
“Who are they?”
“I don’t know, I’ve been studying the geography of this continent and political borders but this Empire of Liberty didn’t appear in one of our textbooks. But they exist.”
“Okay get to the point, what’s the message?” Jean commanded.
“...Right.” Alexa tore the seal of the mail and read the contents, “This is the Empire of Liberty minister of foreign affairs, Anastasia. Our supreme excellency sent me to this country to establish diplomatic ties with your country. We will arrive at dawn and please expect something odd in our carriage...That’s all.”
“Empire of Liberty, what kind of name is that? An Empire full of freedom?” Jean felt the urge of laughing but she contained it to herself. Clearing her throat, she began speaking, “Okay, dawn had passed three hours ago, where are they?”
—Door flung suddenly, a guard entered and kneeled in front of the two.
“Sorry for disturbing and showing up suddenly but I have an important message from the southern gate.” The guard rattled, beads of sweat trickling down his face as if he saw a ghost.
“What is it?” Jean asked simply.
“There’s a convoy of mysterious carriage in the southern gate and our guard is not letting them inside as we speak, but the Marquess of the Seawind Region said to us that she's with the foreign minister of the Empire of Liberty…The name seems suspicious since I haven’t heard of it so the captain guard decided not to let them enter unless they have a confirmation from you.”
He concluded.
“Hmmph, I think we should entertain this Empire of Liberty foreign minister...Okay, let them enter.”
“Understood, your majesty.”
…
Fifteen minutes later, the convoy entered the medieval-themed city. Locals flickering left and right just to see the mysterious carriage moving along their roads.
Jean and Alexa were curious about this so-called “mysterious carriage” so she waited outside along with the guards. Then moments later, the mysterious carriage that everyone was keen on seeing appeared in their sights.
It was moving without the help of external force such as a horse and it is maneuverable.
The guards with their spears assumed battle stance but Jean ordered them to stand down.
A door from the carriage opened and a white-haired young woman stepped out from the carriage along with guards wearing what seemed to be a uniform.
“So that’s the mysterious carriage? I can see people inside sitting comfortably. How magnificent.” Alexa said in awe.
— Then the white-haired young woman kneeled along with the troops there.
“Greetings, your majesty Jean Euphoria, my name is Anastasia, foreign minister of the Empire of Liberty. It’s a pleasure to meet you.”
“Likewise…” Jean said and beckoned them, “Arise.”
Anastasia along with the special forces stood up, Karen and Sirius stepped out of the carriage late and paid their respect to the queen.
“So, you’re claiming to be a nation but I haven’t heard a country named like that. Please if you will follow me, let’s talk somewhere private.”
“Lead the way, your majesty,” Anastasia said with a smile.
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