March 12, 1897
Undisclosed Location – The Order's War Room
The dimly lit chamber, hidden beneath an unassuming estate on the outskirts of Amsterdam, was alive with hushed voices. Around a long mahogany table sat the most powerful men in Amerathia—political elites, industrial magnates, military officers, and media barons. These were the architects of the nation's fate, the men who had operated from the shadows for decades.
At the head of the table sat Gideon Langston, the Grand Chancellor of the Order of the Phoenix Society. His presence alone commanded the room. The flickering gas lamps cast sharp shadows across his face, highlighting the cold calculation in his gaze.
He tapped his fingers on the table, a silent demand for attention. The murmurs ceased.
"The debate has concluded. The election battle has begun. Now, tell me—how do we ensure Royce wins?"
The Strategy: Sabotage & Deception
