The New Era Arrives: Giant World

Chapter 9 The Heyday of the Eldian Kingdom

After the Kingdom of Eldia conquered most of the world with overwhelming force, its first king, Fritz, made a shocking decision: to launch a brutal purge against the rebels, those who resisted, those who slandered the restorationists, and those who sought revenge in the occupied countries, villages, and tribes!

In the chilling period that followed, the world seemed to have plunged into a bloody abyss. As the population of various countries and regions dwindled dramatically, those who had once risen up in resistance, fought tenaciously, condemned the regime, and attempted to restore their nations awoke from their slumber, realizing that their individual strength was no match for the brutal and inhumane Kingdom of Eldia. Thus, they began to set aside past grievances, unite closely, and conspire together on how to overthrow the one who had instigated this bloody massacre. They learned that the first King Fritz of Eldia was about to hold a grand surrender ceremony. More importantly, they obtained crucial information through special channels: Queen Ymir Fritz of Eldia had been secretly protecting the first King Fritz of Eldia.

This intelligence filled them with both excitement and tension, their hearts churning like a stormy sea. It meant they finally had a chance to get close to King Fritz and begin implementing their long-planned scheme. But at the same time, they faced an unprecedented challenge—breaking through Ymir Fritz's impenetrable defenses was virtually impossible! However, they were determined to achieve their goal, no matter the cost, to avenge the long-suffering people and wipe away their shame!

Therefore, after careful consideration, they decided to adopt an extremely bold and insidious plan: First, they would prepare multiple sets of lightweight, portable, and powerful advanced small weapons, coating them with a secret, special toxin; then, they would meticulously craft several ingenious mechanisms to control these toxin-coated advanced devices. Furthermore, they secretly deployed several carefully selected specialists to operate and launch these mysterious and deadly weapons.

Everything was ready; only the perfect opportunity remained to launch this breathtaking surprise attack. Finally, the long-awaited moment arrived—the grand surrender ceremony was about to begin! And their target was none other than the supreme ruler of the Kingdom of Eldia—the first King Fritz!

At this critical moment, the rebels appeared like ghosts. Dressed in jet-black battle robes and wielding homemade, sharp weapons, they silently approached their target. In an instant, swords flashed and spears clashed, flames flew, and shouts and cries of battle echoed through the sky. The battle was exceptionally fierce, as if it were tearing the entire world apart.

However, faced with the vast, well-trained, and well-equipped army of the Kingdom of Eldia, this group of brave and fearless rebels showed no sign of retreat. On the contrary, relying on their advanced weaponry and unwavering fighting spirit, they successfully repelled the enemy's relentless attacks time and again. Every swing of their swords, every volley of gunfire, was not only a powerful counterattack against the enemy, but also a steadfast defense of freedom and justice!

Just as the two sides were fiercely engaged in battle, the situation suddenly changed. It turned out that at that very moment, the King of Eldia—the first King Fritz—was holding a grand surrender ceremony. This ceremony was enormous, attracting countless onlookers; the surrounding area was teeming with all sorts of people.

Amidst the bustling atmosphere, the first King Fritz of the Kingdom of Eldia stood on a high platform and began his speech. He first addressed the significant changes the kingdom was about to undergo, including important issues such as adjustments to military strategy and political reforms. He then elaborated on the personnel relocation plan and emphasized the need to strengthen oversight of the daily lives and management of the slaves. In the first King Fritz's eloquent speech, the people sensed his profound reflection on the future development of the nation and his unwavering determination.

As time passed, the grand surrender ceremony gradually came to a close, but the message it conveyed was deeply etched in everyone's hearts. Both the rebels and ordinary citizens realized that the road to freedom and justice was still long and arduous, but as long as everyone united and forged ahead, they would surely overcome all difficulties and create a bright future for themselves! Hidden nearby were numerous rebel members, each wielding a small but advanced and powerful weapon coated with a special toxin. They silently aimed at the King of Edia—the first King Fritz—preparing to launch a secret attack.

However, at that moment, Queen Ymir Fritz of Eldia keenly sensed the whooshing sounds of projectiles attacking from multiple directions. Without hesitation, she rushed to the front of the first King Fritz with astonishing speed, using her own body to shield him from the rapidly approaching, dangerous weapons.

The special toxins coated on these weapons instantly struck Princess Ymir Fritz's body. Unable to resist, she collapsed to the ground, unconscious. However, faced with this scene, the first King Fritz of the Kingdom of Eldia remained unusually calm, his face showing almost no change in expression.

Instead, he coldly watched Princess Ymir Fritz lying on the ground, wounded and poisoned, even urging her to get up quickly so as not to disrupt the upcoming grand surrender ceremony. It was as if all the sacrifices this brave woman had made were insignificant to him, and he had always believed that Princess Ymir Fritz of Eldia would protect the first King Fritz of Eldia, but this time, an unexpected situation arose. Due to the sudden eruption of the special toxins contained in the multiple hidden weapons, Princess Ymir Fritz of Eldia was unable to get up, causing her immense psychological trauma. Worse still, the first King Fritz of Eldia not only spoke to her in a commanding tone, cold and indifferent, but also showed her complete disregard. Furthermore, the wounds worsened due to the effects of the special toxins, making it difficult for her Titan powers to recover. Coupled with the fact that Ymir Fritz had lost the will to live, she ultimately passed away. However, unexpectedly, the first King Fritz of the Kingdom of Eldia issued a startling order: to quickly move the remains of Queen Ymir Fritz of Eldia to the King's palace and to expedite all procedures for the grand authorization ceremony.

Immediately afterward, the first King Fritz of the Eldian Kingdom returned to his palace without hesitation, and ordered the summons of extraordinary individuals who had seen or knew of any special abilities. Soon after, a group of trusted individuals arrived at the palace, carrying an important mission—to cure Queen Ymir Fritz of Eldia's illness.

However, upon closer examination, these extraordinary individuals discovered the situation was far more serious than they had imagined. According to them, Princess Ymir Fritz of Eldia was suffering from a surge of various unusual toxins, compounded by wounds inflicted by numerous hidden weapons and the immense psychological trauma, making her condition exceptionally difficult to manage. Worse still, due to the lack of timely treatment, Princess Ymir Fritz's life force gradually waned, and she ultimately succumbed to her injuries. Faced with this tragic situation, the King of Eldia—the first King Fritz—was enraged and decisively summoned all the extraordinary individuals in the kingdom to discuss a solution. He deeply understood that the unusual toxins afflicting the princess were extremely dangerous; if not treated promptly, they would not only endanger her life but also potentially pose a serious threat to the entire nation. Therefore, King Fritz resolutely decided to spare no effort and exert all resources to find an antidote.

These extraordinary individuals, summoned by the emperor, each displayed their unique skills and profound knowledge. They meticulously studied the toxins remaining on the queen's body, attempting to find a solution. However, the toxins were exceptionally stubborn, seemingly beyond the comprehension of ordinary people.

In this situation, the first King Fritz of the Kingdom of Eldia resolutely ordered the creation of a special device. The creation of this device was arduous, taking a full half-month and utilizing a limited amount of extremely precious special resources. Ultimately, this special device successfully preserved the body of Queen Ymir Fritz of Eldia after her death. Time flies, and half a year has passed in the blink of an eye. During this time, those extraordinary individuals with exceptional skills worked day and night, finally succeeding in creating an antidote to the special toxins within Queen Ymir Fritz's body. This news was like a ray of dawn, illuminating the entire Kingdom of Eldia.

Upon learning this good news, the first King Fritz immediately ordered his daughters to place the body of Queen Ymir Fritz of Eldia into a barrel filled with the antidote. As the antidote slowly seeped into the queen's body, the Titan power within her began to be gradually activated and she slowly absorbed the antidote.

Days passed, and everyone waited anxiously. Finally, after a long wait, a miracle occurred! The body of Queen Ymir Fritz of Eldia gradually regained its vitality; her pale face became rosy, and her body was no longer stiff. She lay there quietly, as if she had been given life again, radiating a mysterious and powerful aura.

This exhilarating result filled everyone with elation. The first King Fritz was moved to tears, expressing his deepest respect and gratitude to the extraordinary individuals who had created the antidote. The entire Kingdom of Eldia was immersed in jubilation, cheering for this great feat.

However, the first King Fritz had far more profound considerations in mind. He realized that in order to ensure the eternal reign of the Eldian Titans, some special measures had to be taken. Therefore, he summoned his three daughters to his bedchamber.

Inside his bedchamber, the first King Fritz gazed solemnly at his three daughters—Maria Fritz, Rose Fritz, and Sheena Fritz. He spoke slowly, his voice low and firm: "My dear daughters, our kingdom faces an unprecedented challenge. To ensure the eternal reign of the Kingdom of Eldia, I must make a difficult decision."

Upon hearing their father's words, the three daughters looked surprised and puzzled. They didn't understand their father's intentions, but dared not ask.

The first King Fritz continued, “Your mother, Ymir Fritz, possessed immense power. If we can integrate her power into ourselves, we will be able to better protect this kingdom. Therefore, I have decided to simmer her remains and let us share this power together.”

The three daughters were filled with fear and unease upon hearing this. They could not accept such cruelty, yet dared not disobey their father's orders.

Ultimately, under duress from the first King Fritz, they reluctantly participated in this horrific ritual. They watched as their mother's body was boiled and then forced to be eaten. Even so, the ritual was completed. The first King Fritz believed that by absorbing Ymir Fritz's power, they would become stronger and better able to lead the Eldian kingdom to glory. However, whether this decision was truly correct, only time will tell.

Thus, Princess Maria Fritz of the Eldian Kingdom displayed boundless sorrow and grief on her face, her heart aching as if pierced by a thousand needles. She knew all too well that the passing of her mother, Queen Ymir Fritz of the Eldian Kingdom, was an indescribable and immense loss for her. Every memory of her mother caused her excruciating pain, a pain that would accompany her for the rest of her life.

Maria Fritz gazed silently into the distance, as if she could see her mother's kind face through the thick fog. She thought to herself, "Mother! Your departure has left me feeling utterly alone and helpless. I never felt such despair when you were with me. Now, you are gone, but I will forever remember every moment you shared in my life."