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Bernard Empire Capital —Rafa

"So, we have successfully invaded Kuro," Alberto said. He glanced at the map spread out on the table before him, his finger tracing the outline of the newly conquered territory.

"Yes, Your Majesty," Elizabeth replied, her tone steady and respectful. "Our forces have secured the region, and the Latvian navy has been completely defeated. However, the governor of Kuro managed to escape. By now, the news of our invasion has likely reached the Latvian capital."

Alberto nodded, his expression unreadable. "No matter. Tell our troops to continue advancing. We cannot afford to lose momentum now. The Latvians will regroup if we give them time."

Elizabeth bowed her head slightly. "As you command, Your Majesty." She paused, then handed him another file, her expression growing more serious. "There is another matter that requires your attention. Our troops in Britannia have requested reinforcements. The situation in Farlstone has worsened. The Orc army has crossed the Baraka River. They are also requesting air support."

Alberto's eyes narrowed as he considered the report

"We need to act quickly," he said after a moment. "Arrange to send the 8th Infantry Regiment to Britannia. They are one of our most experienced units and should be able to stabilize the situation. Additionally, select a strategic location in Britannia to build an air base. From there, we can provide air support to the entire northern region."

Elizabeth nodded, jotting down his orders on a piece of parchment. "I will see to it immediately, Your Majesty." She hesitated, then added, "There is also the matter of the Elysian Archipelago."

Alberto sighed, running a hand through his hair. "Ah, one trouble after another. It seems we need to send troops in all directions now."

Elizabeth's expression softened slightly, though her tone remained professional. "Your Majesty, Duke Storm has captured the family members of the nobles in the Elysian Archipelago. That is why they are aiding him. If we can rescue their loved ones, the nobles will turn against him. This would significantly weaken his position. Moreover, these nobles may seek revenge against him, further reducing the pressure on our forces."

Alberto's eyes lit up with interest. "That is a sound strategy," he said, a hint of admiration in his voice. "But to execute it, we need to know where Duke Storm is keeping their family members. Do we have any intelligence on that?"

"Not yet, Your Majesty," Elizabeth admitted. "But I will send spies to gather information. Once we have the location, we can plan a rescue mission."

"Good," Alberto said, leaning back on his throne once more. "Keep me updated on their progress. The sooner we can weaken Duke Storm's hold on the archipelago, the better."

Elizabeth bowed again. "As you wish, Your Majesty. I will ensure our spies are dispatched at once."

As she turned to leave, Alberto called out to her. "Elizabeth, one more thing." She paused, looking back at him. "Make sure our troops in Kuro are well-supplied. We cannot afford any setbacks there."

"Understood, Your Majesty," Elizabeth replied.

With that, she exited, leaving Alberto alone with his thoughts. He stared at the map before him, his mind racing with the countless variables of war. The invasion of Kuro had been a success, but it was only the beginning. The conflict in Britannia was escalating, and the situation in the Elysian Archipelago was growing more complicated by the day. He knew that every decision he made would have far-reaching consequences, and the weight of that responsibility rested heavily on his shoulders.

Alberto stood and walked over to the large window that overlooked the palace gardens.

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The village of Willowbrook was quiet, as it always was at dawn. The sun had just begun to rise, casting a golden glow over the fields and cottages. Farmers were already out, tending to their crops. The villagers had heard rumours of the war, of the Orcs trying to cross the Baraka River, but it all felt distant, like a storm on the horizon. They never imagined the storm would reach them.

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The first sign of trouble was the sound of horns—deep, guttural blasts that echoed across the valley. The villagers froze, their hearts pounding. Then came the thunder of footsteps, heavy and relentless, shaking the ground. From the forest edge, a horde of Orcs emerged. They carried crude weapons—axes, clubs, and spears—but their sheer numbers were terrifying.

"Orcs!" someone screamed. Panic spread like wildfire. Villagers dropped their tools and ran, shouting for their families.

The Orcs charged into the village, howling and laughing. They smashed through doors, overturned carts, and set fire to haystacks. A group of them cornered a farmer, who swung his pitchfork desperately, but it was no use. The Orcs overwhelmed him, their axes cutting him down without mercy. Another villager, a young woman, tried to hide in the barn, but the Orcs found her. She screams, only to be silenced moments later.

The Orcs began to mercilessly kill everyone. Just then, several loud noises were heard and several Orcs fell to the ground.

The Orcs paused, their heads turning toward the source of the noise. From the road leading into the village, a column of armoured vehicles appeared. Tanks, painted in camouflage green, rolled forward, their turrets turning toward the Orcs. Behind them, trucks filled with soldiers in dark uniforms followed their rifles at the ready.

The lead tank, a T-72M, fired first. Its 125mm cannon roared, and a shell exploded in the middle of the Orc horde, sending bodies flying. The Orcs screamed in rage and fear, but they had no time to react. Machine guns mounted on the tanks and trucks began to chatter, spraying bullets into the enemy ranks.

The soldiers of the Bernard Empire leapt from their trucks. Their rifles cracked, each shot finding its mark. The Orcs tried to charge, but they were cut down before they could get close. A few managed to throw spears and axes, but the soldiers avoided them. Within a short time, the soldiers finished off the Orcs.