Far away from Titanora, which was bathed in moonlight, existed another expanse experiencing many changes in a short period of time.
In the Heindal Continent, the center of power had shifted towards a single force: the Silvester Family.
With complete military strength now under Reinguards, previously referred to as the swords of Aidiac, but now belonging to the strongest force in Heindal.
After the establishment of the teleportation grid, the exchange of goods and transportation facilities became much faster, leading to the overall development of the entire continent.
Now the center of this whole expanse, which was once the border of the previous Selvius kingdom, had been turned into the capital city.
With the Silvester Family and the current Empress present in that place, ruling over the vast land.
Leaving a network of teleportation grids for normal individuals, there existed two much more advanced grids in two locations in Heindal.
The first was in the present Palace of the Capital City, and the second was inside the well-known Palace called Midnight Elysium.
These two places were the center of the entire working system of Heindal due to the presence of two influential figures.
Unlike the Capital City, which was now filled with wealthy individuals, the previous capital of the Selvius kingdom, where the renowned palace called Midnight Elysium existed, specifically prepared by Queen Alisia von Selvius, was now humbled.
More specifically, since all the central market run by noblemen was shifted to a new place.
But still, there were some businesses which kept the balance and were widely known across the land, like the perfume business of Baron Carlos which came under Elysium’s hand after the death of Baroness Carlien at the hands of Bella Iliyas.
Majorly, the perfume and food businesses were still ruled by Elysium, stretching across the lands due to easier transportation means.
New artifacts to preserve the foods, house structures, and a systematic sewage system were implemented to make the cities as hygienic as possible.
In Elysium, which was filled with several maids, more specifically hundreds of maids going to and fro while carrying documents and spices.
It appeared more like a merchant guild rather than a beautiful marvel of human architecture.
Morning was at its peak; the illumination caused the whole palace to be bathed in a shiny appearance.
“How could the Silvester family pressure us to empty the capital city’s market for their perfumes!” Vivian moved with her eyes fixed on the official documents received from the head of the Silvester family while Johan, moving beside her, kept thinking of the solution.
“Sigh, it’s really hard to deal with things when the ruler herself stays quiet,” Johan brought a small notebook from his pocket, moving while writing something, and informed, “I will try to establish a connection with Count Eric regarding an increase of production from the North.”
Both husband and wife seemed immersed in conversation, walking inside the hallway leading towards a nostalgic room which had now become the brain behind the ongoing changes.
knock knock
“Umm, come in.”
Arriving at the door, a soft voice caused them to open the wooden door.
Creeeek.
The door parted, revealing a room filled with several documents, dozens of maids busy in their work, with a few standing beside someone sitting at the head of the chair just behind the large desk.
Scribble~
“Nom…hmm, it’s…good, finalize it.” Figure stated with writing simultaneously on two papers with both hands, holding a silver spoon in her mouth supported only by two soft, perky, rosy lips.
SWISH
“Your Highness, enough of sweets!” Vivian rushed towards the seated figure, clenching the spoon and instantly pulling it out.
“Ouch, Aunt Vivian, it hurts.”
Vivian’s eyes reflected the most serene and calm image of a woman seated with her ash-grey hair cascading down her shoulders, eyes ruby red yet holding a watery surface, displaying dissatisfaction at being scolded.
“No, you will rot your teeth like this. You can delegate the tasting work to the maids.” Vivian countered the pleading glimmers trying to melt her heart, emphasizing the importance of health over exhausting herself like this.
After all, it had been five days since Adanyl had taken a single nap.
“But I should be the one to take responsibility for my people.” Folding her hands, eyes shut, she nodded, reminding herself of her responsibilities.
“I….am sorry for being incompetent, Your Highness.” Johan came forward, kneeling beside her, causing even Vivian to avert her eyes while clutching documents tightly in her hand.
Five years ago, after the disappearance of Queen Alisia and the news of Ryuk von Selvius’s death, a wave of changes hit all of Heindal.
A small war ensued with an official announcement from the Silvester family about dethroning the present royal family and establishing a single monarchy.
Many revelations were made, and the execution of old royal supporters was declared, including all the previous palace maids and even hidden spies—a complete eradication related to the old history, and neither Johan nor Vivian was left out.
643 individuals, including maids, servants, some noblemen, some trusted knights, and then both of them, were placed in front of the whole world for execution, only to be saved by Adanyl.
More specifically, Adanyl Silvester.
Daughter of Ronen Silvester and Laila Tenebri.
With the support of her father, Adanyl Silvester slowly established herself in the market of Heindal, taking over businesses in the food and perfume industry.
With enough money and power in her hands, political manipulation wasn’t hard, making the ideas she presented the sole foundation of the newly implemented system.
And this was what made both Johan and Vivian feel hatred towards themselves—since all her ideas were now implemented in the name of Empress Olivia, not Adanyl Silvester.
A brain that will remain in the shadows until the end, with all achievements being attributed to another individual who was busy creating ships for long-distance transport instead of handling her duties.
In conclusion, the ruler was not in control; it was the family behind her.
“It doesn’t matter whose ideas they are; the only thing that matters is that they are meant for the welfare of the people under His Highness’s rule,” Adanyl calmly stated, turning towards Johan, who always kept emphasizing this.
Not understanding that whatever she was, the path she was following, and the people believing in her were just shadows left by that figure who left the responsibility of his people on her shoulders, even if he was now absent.
“You are very wise, My Lady.” With a small smile, her words only reminded him of someone, yet serving such wise individuals was more than enough.
“Forget it, just tell me, why are both of you here?” Adanyl leaned forward, swirling the fork on the pastry plate, breaking its pieces.
“Your Highness, the Silvester family wants us to remove the perfume business from the capital city since we are affecting theirs,” Vivian informed, with Johan slowly rising from his place, both fixed on the young woman sitting in the middle.
Adanyl leaned forward, resting her chin on her palms, hands supported by the table, looking at the wall while her other fingers crawled towards the plate filled with candy wrappers, without noticing both of her aides. “Hm, they are trying their best to prevent us from taking root there. Sigh, can’t do anything since that old geezer is greedy.”
