Chapter 1 : Eve of Disaster

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May 31, 20XX

On the outskirts of a sleepy bordertown.

A convoy of military vehicles rolls dow on the old country road. The roaring sounds of diesel engines disturbs the serene wheat fields. A few locals wave as the convoy make their way. The fleet of Armored Carriers and Trucks continue their way closer to the town.

The third vehicle on the convoy is the command vehicle. This armored personnel carrier contains a battle management system and various communication devices. It's the brain of the convoy and the designated ride for the officials.

"Captain, it seems pretty lively out here", the driver told his most important passenger.

"It is only a day before the celebrations, of course everyone is lively", the Captain replied.

A soldier from the back interjects. "Prince, oh uh, Captain, wouldn't the nobles search for you?, It is that time of the year and they already lost the crown prince."

"Don't worry 1st Lieutenant, I'll be back before the royal ball begins." The Captain replied.

Their driver added, "Must be good that you can always call the air force for a ride home".

The convoy then reached the border town of Vilez. A town of 50,000, it borders the country of Spain and France.

The town has a mix of old and traditional buildings with a few modern buildings sprouting out. Life here is pretty decent. And even though this is not the major town that connects the rest of the country to Europe. Commerce here is pretty decent too.

The convoy reached their destination at the front of the town square in the middle of the town. They were personally greeted by the town Mayor and a few hundred locals.

It's very rare for this side of the country to be visited by a royalty, nevertheless a Crown Prince.

The Mayor quickly rush towards the command vehicle to personally greet and welcome the Crown Prince.

"Ah, your highness, you really came. It's an honor to welcome you at our humble town." The Mayor told the Prince as he opened the vehicles door for him.

"Thank you Mayor, but can you call me by my rank?. I am in my fatigues, thus I am serving our country, serving you". The Prince replied.

"For the Crown Prince to tell people to only call him a Captain. Such humbleness would lead our country in the near future. I am assured that I can leave the country's welfare to you, my future King!", the Mayor replied as he bows down.

"I am already flattered Mayor, please raise your head.", The Prince replied as he goes to pat the Mayor shoulder.

"Enough with introductions, I guess you and your troops are very tired and hungry. Thus let's head in." The Mayor invited the Prince and his soldiers inside the Town Hall.

Inside a banquet was prepared to welcome their visitors. The farmers presented their finest harvest and livestocks at the feast.

"For the Crown Prince to personally bless the tank of his commoner great-grandfather. I think the media will gowild after they heard this scoop". The Mayor nonchalantly said while enjoying his turkeys leg.

"Not only because he is my mother's grandfather. Grandpa's contribution on the defense of the country in the face of the German blitz is admirable. Thus I really need to personally bless his restored tank". The Prince replied.

"His tank now will forever guard the town square from tomorrow onwards. The Royal restoration team needs a round of applause and plenty of rounds of beer for a job well done if I may add, "Captain", ahaha", The mayor added.

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