Strangely enough, Ernst was nice to William on the way. It was just the two of them going to the camp. Ernst ordered his soldiers to rest and spend some time in the city. William regretted that his city did not have enough entertainment.Ernst did not realize how advanced the city of Highrock was because he did not examine it carefully. Almost all the people were happy, but he still thought he was in the old city of Highrock. That's why even the real smiles of the people seemed fake to him. He thought that William ruled the people with an iron fist. Besides, Baron Albert was always on William's side, and he was known for his stubbornness and iron blood.While walking to Ernst's tent in the camp, William saw the soldiers training, the equipment they used, and most importantly, the food they ate.In general, their meals consisted of porridge and soup made with lots of bones. William frowned. He could have sworn he hadn't seen a single smiling soldier all the way to Ernst's tent.While h
For several minutes after William had left, Ernst stared into the tent door. He wasn't thinking about anything and didn't hear any of the discussion going on around him. However, when Erwin called out to him, he realized that there was an argument going on around him."Sir, your opinion is important. Please allow us to issue an order!" Erwin said with tears in his eyes. Most of the people around him didn't care what Erwin said. Most of them watched Erwin with amusement while taking a sip of their wine.Ernst lifted his head and looked around. Then he spoke softly. "Everybody out."Suddenly, everyone in the room ran for the door like a flock of chickens. Instead of having long meetings, it was more logical to go and have a more fun conversation with the commanders."Erwin, you stay." Erwin was surprised to hear his name called and turned around. When he saw Ernst nod, he made sure he was being called, turned back, and waited in front of Ernst for orders."Sit down." Ernst spoke. When h
It had been several hours since the banquet had begun. William greeted his brother, as he should at any banquet, and placed him in the head chair. Ernst had buried himself in the food after remarking that William's cooks were very good.William even let him taste a new wine. While tasting the wine, he even told him about how the wine was made and its characteristics."This is the first wine produced in our city. It's called 'Highrock' wine, big brother. Our farmers brought it to me and asked if I could support them, and I must admit I was surprised when I saw the way they did it. One of our gem mines opens into a very large cave, and inside the cave is an almost bottomless lake. These farmers soak the wine at the bottom of this lake, which is why it has such a smooth taste with such a cool and refreshing texture. What do you think, brother? How does it compare to the wines in the capital?" William eagerly awaited the answer to this question. This was his next business move. Wine was a
If we go back a few minutes...Ernst got bored when he saw that everyone in the hall was getting drunk. He was sufficiently resistant to wine because he had been drinking the best wines since his youth. That's why, although everyone fell asleep involuntarily, only his cheeks were red. He got up and went to the balcony of the hall. There was no one there. It was as if they were organizing entertainment in the castle of an empty city. After a while, Ernst got bored of the view and noticed that two people were missing. 'Where are William and Erwin?' he thought. Though he had some unnecessary suspicions at first, he soon dispelled them. 'They must be discussing the war plan.'When Ernst entered the hall again, he saw that the bards were still playing tiredly. Of course, the bards were excited because it was their first time playing for a nobleman, especially the crown prince of the empire. That's why they played until their hands were bleeding.Ernst felt sorry for them. He used the last o
One thousand three hundred and fifty years ago, an enduring legend emerged that still roams in our present day. Many people are unaware of this, especially the lower strata who do not frequent places like schools and churches. Those who are aware of this often share the legend in casual conversations, adding flavor to otherwise mundane chats, and making the time more enjoyable.The most beautiful aspect of this legend is that it hasn't emerged from a single source. It is the child of the eight legends that came before it. Describing those eight legends could take years, but I'll still give you a brief summary of a few of them.Before delving into those eight legends, there's an even older tale from times unknown, a legend of a very ancient event whose occurrence remains shrouded in mystery. It's referred to as the Legend of Extinction, but I believe it could also be called the Legend of Genesis.While people were living happily and peace reigned on Earth, hundreds of meteorites fell t
Dugut Calendar, 738.Today, the sun was scorching the capital of the empire as if there were a colossal cauldron right within the heart of the city. Imperial officials, meticulously tending to the cobblestone roads, were nearly present on every corner. Dozens of barrels filled with water had been placed at every corner, each attended by an official who poured the water onto the roads.People seemed to have no desire to do anything today as if they wished to avoid the scorching heat at all costs. They sought out the shadiest spots they could find, often beneath the canopies of densely-leaved trees, and had taken refuge under makeshift leather shelters, resembling small tents.The interiors of houses and most buildings were still chill because they had been quickly constructed using a newly discovered mud-like substance. They weren't like wooden houses and instead, they absorbed the heat, turning the interiors into chilly lands.Normally, there should have been thousands of people out o
"So, you're offering a bribe and denying it at the same time?" He decided to crank up the amusement, elevating the tension of this dull and stifling day even further. He couldn't help it; he was thoroughly exasperated, and this action definitely aligned with his character.The other imperial guard across the table attempted to apologize and defuse the situation, aiming to talk and then send the young couple away with just a few silver coins lost. However, right at that moment, the voice of the young man echoed throughout the tea house."Enough, I'm tired of this!" As he turned his head, he witnessed the young man's dagger being drawn from his waist at an incredible speed, and in an instant, as if slicing through a straw puppet, the young man easily severed his friend's throat(Imperial Guards friend).In an instant, he saw the splatter of blood from the deep gash on his friend's throat hit his face, and simultaneously, he lunged for his sword. A seasoned soldier with battle experience
Dugut Calendar, 713.Today, the palace was different from its usual state. Servants rushed through the palace's grand corridors, which could easily accommodate a few elephants, carrying trays of food, pitchers of drinks, and various decorations. They were all mostly running to the same place. The throne room.Inside the corridor leading to the throne room, aside from the servants, there was a mother and her son. The mother had brown hair that was braided back. She wore a dress with a wide skirt and a tightly laced bodice. The dress, in a shade of turquoise, had white silk tulle at the bottom that constantly brushed against the red carpet on the floor.The woman's hand was being held by a young boy. Although referring to him as a "young boy" might seem rude, it would be more accurate to call him a beautiful young man. His long hair, much like his mother's, was braided and draped down his back. The only difference in their beauty was that his hair was as white as clouds, unlike his moth