March 5, 1897.
Amsterdam City, Amerathia
The streets of Amsterdam were alive with energy. Massive banners hung from buildings, red and gold flags waving in the cold breeze. People packed the city square outside the grand Metropolitan Hall, eager to hear from the man who promised to lead Amerathia into a new era of power and dominance.
Charles Alden Royce had arrived.
The crowd stretched as far as the eye could see, a mix of industrialists, factory workers, military officers, and political elites. They had come to hear a speech, but in truth, this was more than a campaign rally.
This was the opening salvo in a war against Matthew Hesh.
Royce stepped onto the grand stage, adjusting the cuffs of his coat. His posture was relaxed, his expression calm, yet confident. He scanned the crowd, taking his time, making them wait.
Then, he approached the podium.
The cheers were deafening.
"The Future of Amerathia"
