Each kingdom had been, in many ways, prepared for war, but not so soon, and not with a new Kingdom in a land they had thought would become the battleground between the three of them. Destarin’s resistance to be a pawn for the rulers of Keiseio was unexpected, which simply showed how underestimated those within Destarin were to those outside. The accusation of Destarin to the Kingdoms - that they had been used as a means to start a war by all three Kingdoms - was, of course, facing backlash and a manipulation of the narrative by each of the Kingdoms.
ENVRIONMENTAL UPDATES
The Re d'Crirtha Alessio Amato asserted that, had the other Kingdom’s had plans of instigating a war, he was not involved in such a deceitful act. He told the people of Crirtha it was the King of Withermore’s doing surely - why else would The Kingdom of Convergence’s Princess du Praecti Sang Bellamy Chevasym kill so many Withermore royals? As a show of good faith to Destarin he insisted trade would continue with the new Kingdom, and that not armies of Cheridi or Withermore would be allowed access to the new Kingdom through Critha’s borders.
The King of Withermore, Alistar Vasiliev, upon the death of his many royals at the hands of the Princess du praecti sang Bellamy Chevasym, has been staving off a coo. His sister, The Princes Royal Olesechka Vasiliev, has finally found enough supporters to challenge his reign - taking over the half of Withermore, from the capital to the West, while denying her brother access to Destarin until he concedes the rest of the Kingdom to her and her many supporters.
The Emperor Asukai Katsuhirio of Cheridi admits he doubted there was any likelihood that Destarin would be a city for peace, so they had made no efforts either direction but had simply gone through the diplomatic process that had been intended when making Destarin a symbol of peace, but has spoken little on the prospect for war. The Shogun, Oe Kiyoko, has been privately advising the many wealthy and powerful families of Cheridi to be patient but to prepare, to reinforce strongholds in other Kingdoms - and so many have left children, cousins, father’s or more in the hearts of other Kingdoms.
Within Destarin changes of their own are happening…
The Library has officially be restored and reopened with a large selection of books, many of which can be checked out, while historical texts, or rare pieces must be read at the library itself.
The Crown Belle Academy, Destarin’s first school established by the Princess, has officially finished construction and is in the process of hiring educators, creating a curriculum and furnishing, but is available to be toured. It will, within the next year, be open to teaching those of all learning levels from basic writing, reading and arithmetic, all the way up to advanced alchemy, as well as helping aid those who seek more practical skills in being educated in nearby establishments.
The Town Restoration Council Representative, Asvari Dien, has been reworking the Kingdom’s celebration calendar and has been working with the King, and those from across all continents, to determine what celebrations should be held within the new Kingdom of Convergence, all of which will begin with the town’s bicentennial.
Three nearby towns to the East of Destarin have, by way of Notelaih Saldores and with the protection of local guilds that continue to act as military forces for the Kingdom until a formal army is established, been incorporated into the Kingdom of Convergence. Their inclusion was after the removal of their Lord, and with consent of the townsfolk, though some did leave and choose to move further East so they might remain in Withermore, many have either remained in their towns or taken safe haven in Destarin.
The court has begun listing positions within the town that are intended to maintain the beauty of the town and create consistency. Positions such as lamp lighter, town horticulturalist, and district cleaners have been listed. It is appreciated any of the townsfolk who continue to help maintain this things as people are hired and during the transition period.
