The Great War of Rhodesia

Epilogue First Arc Part 1

A few months before the first flight of the Rhapsodia Airship was made.

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In the castle where Vistralle lived in the city of Dios, south of the region of Ceodore.

3 Narva men sit facing each other around a long indoor table with a high ceiling and an antique chandelier attached to the center.

The one with the long hair in the ponytail was Vistralle. He looked busy with sheets of paper piled up neatly on the table.

"Dux Vistralle, we have news that it looks like the Rhapsodia side has begun suspicious activity" said the slender-haired man with a firm jaw shape who sits to the left of Vistralle.

"Oh, really? After being silent for almost 2 and a half years, now they're going to do something?" Another man with a pointy chin, thinly mustached, seemed to respond with a sneer.

"Rumorically, the two young men behind the destruction of our former kingdom, who reportedly disappeared, have now reappeared." The strong man spoke back.

"really? Did you confirm that, Lucas?" This time it was Vistralle. The man finally lifted his face from the paper scroll he was researching, because the remark about the 'Two Youths' had caught his attention.

"I can't really confirm it, Dux. Because our information gatherers can only go as far as the Red District of their territory." The stern-headed man called Lucas replied. "And the story about the two young men who have returned was quite intensely discussed by some of the natives of the region," he continued later.

"Then we must hurry to finish the construction of the north wall." Vistralle was seen starting to dismantle the pile of paper before him. "Where is the budget report on the construction of the north wall? I'll make it a priority from now on."

"But, Dux Vistralle. We still have to take care of the people who failed to harvest in the eastern region of Margrace." The pointy-legged man interrupted.

"Hold that one, John. Finish this one first. And finish it as soon as possible" Vistralle's orders were firm.

"But Dux, all the news is mere rumors. Is it not too excessive if we decide something based only on a rumor. After all we already have an army with Firearms on guard at the Northern border of Ignus region" said the taper man called John trying to defy Vistralle's orders.

"Thinking was the same as the thinking of the Estate Leaders before Urbar was destroyed. We should not take Rhapsodia lightly. The kingdom is very powerful and terrifying. Grateful they stopped the assault for the past two years. We may not be able to survive if they continue to fight," said Vistralle look calculating. "So even if it's just mere rumors, we have to remain vigilant against them" he added later.

"Well, I get it, Dux." John could say nothing more than following the orders of his leader.

"And you, Lucas. As much as possible find information about the truth of the rumor. Soon," Vistralle said later, giving orders to Lucas.

"Good, Dux. I will try to contact some information bookmakers to ascertain the truth of these rumors," Lucas replied swiftly.

"Oh, and also strengthen the eastern port. I have a feeling they will also be targeting the place, too" ordered Vistralle who had just remembered about it.

"Tomorrow I will pass this message directly to the Noble Feymarch." John answered.

"Also send word to Tyrion. Make sure that their spies also hear the same information as us on this matter," Vistralle ordered before then again dropping his gaze onto the pile of papers on the table.

"Good, Dux. I'll send word soon to Hui City" Lucas replied again alacriously.

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A few days later at Tyrion's new residence in Hui city, east of the borders of Raygod and Damcyan region, Xiggaz seemed to be walking a little hastily towards Tyrion's study.

"Good Morning, Sir." Xiggaz greeted as he knocked on Tyrion's already open workspace door.

"Yes, Xig. What's the need?" It appears that Tyrion has just finished his job of checking the pile of reports on the table.

"From Vistralle? Tumbens. Read it, Xig," Tyrion ordered, putting his weight on the back of the chair.

Xiggaz opened the sealed envelope with a candle marked with the arms of the Ceodore family in front of Tyrion. Then take out the contents.

After stretching the paper, Xiggaz began to read it. "Greetings, Dux Tyrion Raygod. Together with this letter, we want to make sure about something to you. It's about the news that's been going on in the last few days. Did you also hear about the suspicious activities of the kingdom of Rhodesodia?"

"Ck, that Dead Land," interrupted Tyrion who looked unhappy to hear the name of Rhapsodia called.

"And about the return of the two young men who managed to take over the Holy City?" said Xiggaz who looked a little surprised by what he was reading.

"What?! Those guys are back? Didn't they die during the Mugger attack 5 years ago?" Tyrion interrupted Xiggaz again. "Have you heard this news from our spy, Xig?" tanyanya then made sure.

"Not yet, sir," replied Xiggaz who also looked confused and could not believe it.

"What are our spies doing?!" Tyrion's voice was rising. Signs he is emotional.

"Maybe our spies are not reporting, because it is still a rumor, sir," Xiggaz said, trying to find an excuse.

"Although only rumors, they must be able to sort out whether the rumors can cause danger or not" Tyrion said furious, not accepting the reason spoken by Xiggaz. "Hurry and get Joan here. They all did not do anything" the Narva man ordered, hitting the table.

"Do you want Joan to investigate this, sir?" xiggaz asked as if he was reassuring himself. "He stopped doing it three years ago, sir. Since the incident," he said then with doubt.

Tyrion seemed silent for a moment. Like I just remembered something. "Then can you find someone who can work as well as he does right now, Xig?" Tyrion asked the young man.

Xiggaz remained silent and could not answer.

"Tell him, this is a direct request from me. And I won't ask him to come back. Let's just say it's a freelance job" Tyrion said in a tone of voice that had returned to normal.

"Alright, Sir. I'll tell Joan immediately" Xiggaz replied, nodding.

"Then have you contacted Seifier again?" This time Tyrion changed the subject.

"Already, Sir. Three times this week. But still no response from their side,." Xiggaz.

"What exactly is that guy doing up north there? Shouldn't it be easy to clean up the rebellion of such small nobles. Why does he let things continue to flare up?" Seen Tyrion talking to himself.

While Xiggaz just nodded little noiselessly.

"He had promised full assistance to destroy the Dead Land. Seithr is unbelievable." Tyrion shook his head while exhaling a long breath.

"Alright then, Mr. Tyrion. I'll give my permission first" Xiggaz said later.

"Yes, please. And don't forget to tell Joan, I'll pay you a fair amount for her work." Tyrion.

Back Xiggaz only gave a small nod and then disappeared behind the door.

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