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Enlightened Empire Novel Chapters
List of most recent chapters published for the Enlightened Empire novel. A total of 488 chapters have been translated and the release date of the last chapter is Apr 02, 2024
Latest Release: Chapter 1 : *Truth counts for nothing in the face of destiny*, Corco thought as his s.h.i.+vering ha
*Truth counts for nothing in the face of destiny*, Corco thought as his s.h.i.+vering hands dropped the flakes of poison into the cup, creating a ripple in the wine.His preparations completed, he picked up the cup and moved it to his lips. Halfway there,
- 490 Chapter 490: Fools"If you cannot pay, rube, then simply disappear from this place," a rude voice with a foreign accent interrupted Sami from behind.Before he could even turn to face his detractor, a second voice had already added to the first: &
- 489 Chapter 489: Stock ExchangeFrom the outside, Saniya's new stock exchange didn't look like much. The building made of cheap brick and cement was certainly large, but it looked no different from the countless manufactories which had sprung up around the c
- 488 Chapter 488: Anxious DreamsAs it was a city by the sea, any westerly and northerly breeze would carry salt and moisture through the streets of Saniya. Every breeze would cleanse the streets and buildings. Thus, Saniya had always been a relatively clean ci
- 487 Chapter 487: Sami Quits8th year of Strife, late spring.The air in the carpentry manufactory was incredibly stuffy all year round. However, that was especially true this time of year, when the air outside was still pleasant in comparison, but the sun was a
- 486 Chapter 486: QuestioningIn the king's office, time stood still. While Fadelio was waiting for an answer, Corco could only sit there, numb to his core. What was this nonsense story his friend had just told him? Courting her? Winning her over? This guy
- 485 Chapter 485: MiscommunicationFor the rest of the Year-End Meeting, nothing outrageous happened. Some good numbers were presented, some old laws were tweaked, but by and large, last year's determined direction for the kingdom's development over t
- 484 Chapter 484: Year-End Review (Last Part)"You're saying it'll take decades?" Corco tried to confirm that he hadn't misheard Atau's a.s.sessment. However, in defiance of his king's hopes, the admiral just crossed his arms
- 483 Chapter 483: Year-End Review (2)"Since we're on a roll already, maybe we should keep up the good news," Corco said, and turned towards the figure who lazily leaned against the wall in the corner, the only one in the room who didn't loo
- 482 Chapter 482: Year-End Review (1)"Has everyone understood that? Anyone need another explanation?" Corco asked, as if to imply that anyone with a question was an idiot."Please spare us, master. We have all understood," a tired Fadelio wh
- 481 Chapter 481: New ArmiesSoon after Corco's return to Saniya, his spirits were lifted, almost by accident. Although the king had only come to this military training yard to check on the progress of his troops — and of course to catch up on the developm
- 480 Chapter 480: Uses for the Research"I burnt it," a motionless Corco said, as he stared at the blackened vegetables."They're not too bad. The base ingredients are good, so a bit of char isn't a big deal," Sumaci argued back, and shoveled some more foo
- 479 Chapter 479: Limits of the ResearchAfter Corco and Sumaci had retreated from their veranda, they came to their dining room. Although the entire building had been built at break-neck pace to accommodate the erratic travel schedule of the two leaders, south
- 478 Chapter 478: Research Results (3)Out in the green waters of the Verduic Sea, a diver broke through the surface and clung onto a readied flotation device made of cork. Deep, desperate breaths returned life-giving air into his lungs, and from there into his
- 477 Chapter 477: Research Results (2)"Let's get to the interesting parts then," Corco said. "Group One just confirmed that people can cultivate. So what about Group Two? That's where the magic should have happened, right?"In response, Joren returned to
- 476 Chapter 476: Research Results (1)Joren, one of two head researchers of Corco's cultivation research project, looked, in many regards, quite similar to Eclestius. Both men were carefully groomed, both looked like scholars, and both had default stoic expre
- 475 Chapter 475: ReturnA s.h.i.+p's bow lightly dinged against the pier on a small island in the middle of the Narrow Sea. For decades, only an old, decrepit ferry had landed here, to supply the locals with the necessities for survival. Back then, the island
- 474 Chapter 474: Possibilities"That sounds incredible. I never thought about it this way. So do we already know how it works, teacher?" Sumaci played her usual role as the inquisitive student, ready to prod her teacher into further explanations while ignori
- 473 Chapter 473: Pleasure CruiseThe cool, salty wind of the Narrow Sea blew across Corco's face, as the soft sound of flute entered his ear and enveloped his being. His body relaxed as he sank into his seat placed atop the s.h.i.+p's main deck, as waves gen
- 472 Chapter 472: Easy Rider (2)"Riding a bicycle is easy," Corco explained to Fadelio, as he was still driving circles around him, "and you'll never forget once you learn. It's like..." Well, that's not gonna work, he realized before he awkwardly finis
- 471 Chapter 471: Easy Rider (1)Today had been a great day. First, Corco had woken up next to his wife, by himself, with the rising sun. With how busy both of them had been for years now, that much was already a rare enough occurrence. From there, things had o
- 470 Chapter 470: Business Proposal (Counter Example)A thousand miles away from the site of Medala's most bizarre proposal, a strangely similar type of play was being staged by Inti's very own brother."Hey, let's get married," Fadelio
- 469 Chapter 469: Business ProposalAlthough it took Inti quite some time to return from the Old Well, she was still upset by the time she reached her temporary stay in Challwala, a courtyard attached to a local Wonders of the World shop. Thus preoccupied with
- 468 Chapter 468: Question, AnswerOnce again, Inti found herself in the Old Well, the same secret room she had sought out two days prior. Just like the first time, she once again found her mother already waiting for her inside. However, the busy office atmosph
- 467 Chapter 467: Strength Through WeaknessAs he looked up at the Wonders of the World shop in Challwala's outer city, Amautu once more realized how poor his initial negotiating position was. After the events from last night, the southern minister Brymsto
- 466 Chapter 466: Springing the TrapAfter a night of violence in Challwala, King Amautu reacted quickly to the s.h.i.+fting situation. After all, he had been ready for a failure of the operation well in advance. While the outcome had been even worse than what
- 465 Chapter 465: Final Outcome"What happened?" Lord Gratidia mumbled when he opened his eyes, shortly followed by: "What is this place?"When the confused lord rose from the bunk with the soft bedding, he found himself in a dimly lit room,
- 464 Chapter 464: Fear and DoubtWhile most of Challwala's citizens were peacefully sleeping in their beds, they were completely oblivious to the spy war which had been taking place throughout the city just outside their windows.By now, the warmth of dark
- 463 Chapter 463: b.l.o.o.d.y NightNot for the first time, Inkasius stood in front of this nondescript stone block on the edge of Challwala's inner city. Hidden behind these walls was one of King Amautu's newest projects, and, as far as Inkasius was
- 462 Chapter 462: Mother's Perspective"Mother, what are you doing here?"Some time had pa.s.sed since Inti had entered the Old Well. By now, she sat opposite her mother — Antaya di Pluritac — but she was still as confused as she had first met her
- 461 Chapter 461: Setting the BoardDeserted Wonders of the World shops were a familiar sight to Brym by now. Thus, as he sat in the center of his empty store and stared at the entrance, he wasn't bothered by the eerie calm. Unlike many other stores in the
- 460 Chapter 460: StaleChallwala, pearl of the north.As the largest port along Medala's northern coast, it had also been, for centuries, the most important port in Medala. Unlike Saniya, which had only been a hub for trade in Sachay even during its best d
- 459 Chapter 459: Old InvestmentsIt had been almost three months since Brym had left Rhodanos. Now, he found himself in a nameless little forest on the western foot of the Sallqata Mountain Range. Until recently, this place was untouched by civilization, far a
- 458 Chapter 458: Evening SkyFor a full trium after the arrival of the scholars, Rhondanos had turned from a vibrant city into a stale pond. After most enjoyable things in life had become illegal over night, the citizens had retreated into their homes and wait
- 457 Chapter 457: An Offer He Can't RefuseInside a nameless shack in the eastern part of Rhodanos, an almost eerie quiet had taken hold. Usually, this place was bustling, filled with the smell of booze, sweat and copper. After all, everyone in the area kn
- 456 Chapter 456: Idiot (2)What had happened? Why was this guy suddenly so nice to Inti, when he had been so mean to Brym all this time? Wasn't he a traditional medalan warrior, who all looked down on women? Or was he just h.o.r.n.y, and that was why he w
- 455 Chapter 455: Idiot (1)This has to be the least dignified Lord I've ever met.In Brym's opinion Lord Gratidia looked like a b.u.m. Without any tension in his body — much unlike his vigilant appearance when he had first entered the room — the lord
- 454 Chapter 454: Villains"Arria."As Lord Gratidia stroked the cold and empty spot next to his own on the bed, he remembered that this was the room of one of his lovers, a place he had used to hide away from his responsibilities.After years of erosio
- 453 Chapter 453: The Last PieceFor a while, the desk-carrying group continued to walk in relative silence, until the young commoner stopped in front of a large, brightly lit courtyard.Not long after, the group was inside the private residence. While the guard
- 452 Chapter 452: Back to WorkTraveling through Rhodanos had been an unwelcome return to normalcy for Inti. Ever since the start of her vacation, she had enjoyed long periods of relaxation, accentuated by short bouts of excitement or challenge. Yet as she walk
- 451 Chapter 451: Walled DesertDepression, loneliness. A dying star in the night sky, surrounded by darkness. A walled desert, surrounded by fertile land. These were Brym's first thoughts after a look at his empty shop. All along the walls and atop the sh
- 450 Chapter 450: A Lesson From the ScholarsAfter the incident in Huaylas, the relevant parties soon went their separate ways. In the end, Inti managed to convince Avitus and his wife Mellana to leave their new home, though they only agreed out of concern for
- 449 Chapter 449: Bitter ReunionIn a formerly abandoned courtyard in Huaylas, Inti and Brym sat together for dinner, after a seemingly endless day. This wasn't her sister Mellana's yard, of course. They couldn't stay after what had happened earl
- 448 Chapter 448: Twists and Turns"Lord Ichilia, what happened to Mellana di Pluritac?"What happened to who? I want to know what happened more than anyone!Loreius was stunned. So far, the talks had been going perfectly. Almost all of his predictions
- 447 Chapter 447: Smooth NegotiationsNot long after Brym and Inti entered Gold Manor, two of the only overweight warriors in Medala came face-to-face with each other. However, there was none of the merriment one would expect in a meeting between two kindred so
- 446 Chapter 446: ConcernsTwo days after the riot in front of the Moonlight Ziggurat had been suppressed, a s.h.i.+p carried away Brymstock Fastgrade, the man who had caused the mess. Together with him came Inti and Naoka, though both of them traveled in secre
- 445 Chapter 445: Escape Plans"This is your final warning! Remove your warriors from the inner city at once, or your actions will be treated as a threat to the Empire!"The elite warrior guard of the capital belted his orders right into the 'thre
- 444 Chapter 444: An Enemy's Debt By the time the corridor was about to split in front of Naoka and Elder Saqartu, the head guard who opposed them had long moved behind the other guards. While the ghost warrior had been busy trying to keep the situation
- 443 Chapter 443: An Elder's PrivilegeTwo solitary pairs of footsteps echoed through the dark hallways deep within the Moonlight Ziggurat. No other sound could be heard. In the empty corridor, an elder and a prisoner, men of opposite status, were carefull
- 442 Chapter 442: A Prisoner's ChanceWithin his generation, Naoka was one of House Pluritac's most accomplished ghost warriors. Though he was still young, he had already survived through many great tribulations. Not least had been their most dangerou
- 441 Chapter 441: Capital InterestsAfter tea and some refreshments, Brym had recovered from his long journey to Medala's capital. However, he didn't get much time to rest. Before he could even stretch his legs, he was brought on a tour of the city by
- 440 Chapter 440: Capital InvestmentWhen Brym had first come to the capital of Medala all those years ago, the city had seemed like a daunting colossus. Ancient and imposing it had stood there, larger in size than any arcavian city, even the vibrant Whiteport
- 439 Chapter 439: Powering Through"Alright, that's enough of that." Corco clapped loudly to drive away the sullen mood in the room. "Was there anything else left to report?"Although the king was eager to get work done, Fadelio's h
- 438 Chapter 438: ConflictOnce Corco's explanation of his new law was over, Sumaci jumped in immediately, to appreciate her teacher's brilliance."And since we allow private arms companies, we also don't stifle innovation, and we can allow m
- 437 Chapter 437: A King's Evening"Urgh, I am so done with this s.h.i.+t."In a childish gesture of defiance, King Corcopaca t.i.tu Pluritac threw off his long cloak as soon as he entered his private quarters, before he proceeded to throw himself
- 436 Chapter 436: Culmination of Plans (4)While Alcer watched Sawo and Rimaq trot away in defeat, Kyunya stepped up next to him."Good. That's what they deserve," he said, still in a huff. Yet when Alcer turned to look at him, he finally saw a re
- 435 Chapter 435: Culmination of Plans (3)After Killari had detained Sawo and Rimaq, Alcer's plan was finally complete. Though he had succeeded, he didn't derive any joy from their misery. When he had imagined this scene, he had thought that he would
- 434 Chapter 434: Culmination of Plans (2)The same evening, inside the 'Gilded Pheasant'"In that case, let's order something. I'm starving," Killari said, and buried his face the menu again. However, while the topic of Kyunya'
- 433 Chapter 433: Culmination of Plans (1)"Going Thrice! Sold!" The moment Hieronymus banged the gavel onto the table, a warm feeling spread all over Alcer's body. Finally, after days of walking on a razor's edge, he had landed back on soli
- 432 Chapter 432: AuctionFive days after his agreement with Alcer, Sawo stood in front of Saniya's Royal Theater, the location of the government's manufactory auction. Today would be the day all of his work until now would come to fruition. With the
- 431 Chapter 431: FoolYes, certainly an army man. That means he'll probably stick with the truth, and is probably easy to fool.Every time he met a prospective customer for the Tasa Bank's loan business, Sawo would first observe them to understand the
- 430 Chapter 430: InformantHe hasn't shown up for months, and now he won't leave me alone.Only a day after Killari had taken time out of his busy day to get his hapless old friend Alcer acquainted with an unreliable blacksmith, they were already meet
- 429 Chapter 429: Fog of War"You're Alcer, are ya!?"Again. Why is everyone staking out in front of my house?By now, Alcer felt like he was back in the jungle, with enemies in waiting all along his hunting paths at all times, in search of a momen
- 428 Chapter 428: The Other SideWhen Alcer left the promenade for the side road that led back to his familiar neighborhood again, he breathed a deep sigh of relief. Finally, he was back home. At once, he felt the pressure in his head and chest ease. However, h
- 427 Chapter 427: Worker CooperativesAs Kyunya's story continued, the atmosphere around the table became heavier and heavier. Just in time, the flippant blacksmith chimed in again."Well, we handled the war just fine in the end, even without you,"
- 426 Chapter 426: Kyunya's StoryInside the 'Tipsy Tradesmen', Alcer was shocked by Mallku's sudden invitation towards the man in the corner.Wait, the drunkard?Before Alcer could rue his decision, the aforementioned drunkard, who had been sl
- 425 Chapter 425: Partner in Crime"Killari! How good to see you!" Alcer shouted, happy to meet his friend again after more than half a year.Back in the day, the two of them had been comrades, who had fought together during the war against the central
- 424 Chapter 424: DreamsThe sharp smell of gunpowder covered his nose, like a snowy blanket over his surroundings. A constant, steady noise filled his ears, like endless waves made by humans and machines. The brown mud of the trenches and the light gray of the
- 423 Chapter 423: Budget Proposal and Short-Term PlansAs the budgetary meeting continued, Corco got increasingly upset by their weak financial situation. Why had he spent so many years improving his country's income when they still ran out as soon as he w
- 422 Chapter 422: Fiscal Summary and Medium-Term PlansInside Rapra Castle, the year-end summary of the southern kingdom's government continued. Once Fadelio had organized his thoughts, Brym was given the floor once again, to continue his account of the ac
- 421 Chapter 421: Year-End Summary and Long-Term PlansA familiar pillow pressed against Corco's back. At last, the King of the South could sink back into his familiar seat, with the familiar desk of his familiar study in front of him. As far as he was con
- 420 Chapter 420: Funerary Festival (2)As Corco's wife stared back at him through her own mirror across the room, with her enticing eyes, Corco felt impulsive again. Though just as he turned around to continue their previous activities, Sumaci seemed to n
- 419 Chapter 419: Funerary Festival (1 - Start of Book 7)Unlike other rituals for the dead from around the world, Medala's Funerary Rites were not only about dealing with loss, or about remembrance. Rather than treating the dead like they were lost, Medal
- 418 Chapter 418: Present and Future (End of Book 6)With the signature of the 'Antila Peace Agreement', ripples of peace spread throughout Medala.After half a year of unrest, Sachay was the first to escape the clutches of war. Once Antila was taken a
- 417 Chapter 417: Winners, Losers, DNFOn the Forty-Seventh Day of Spring, in the sixth year of the Era of Strife, the civil war within the Southern Kingdom of Medala ended with the signing of the Peace of Antila.In the final peace agreement, the two arcavian k
- 416 Chapter 416: SurvivorsThe medical tent at the back of the southern army's main camp smelled of sweat and blood. Row upon row, soldiers lay on their straw mats and silently told of the war that had just come to an end. Among them lay two whose status
- 415 Chapter 415: What Remains of Our PastAfter a long march through Antila, Corco and his two subordinates finally arrived at the goal of their journey.In comparison to Antila's ruins in the outer city, Lord Sucopia's luxurious manor looked like it
- 414 Chapter 414: Cleaning Up the RubbleA day after the charge which broke Anitla, the fires in and around the city had finally died down. By now, the former battlefield was largely pacified, and safe enough for the king to inspect his new holdings, with prote
- 413 Chapter 413: CottonFinally, it was time for Herak to enjoy his revenge. However, when he pulled on the axe to retrieve it from the recently slain soldier, he could feel the weapon brush against bone. The axe was stuck. He had never liked using axes, and t
- 412 Chapter 412: Humans Against MonsterHerak was falling towards his certain death. Even if he could somehow survive the spike pit below, he would surely be dealt with by the soldiers waiting for him beyond the spikes. Yet only for the smallest fraction of a
- 411 Chapter 411: Returning the Favor"Charge!" At the same time as Herak's command sounded across the battlefield, he himself stopped and pulled out his bow again. While the four hundred native warriors charged ahead towards the camp, his own kn
- 410 Chapter 410: Final CounterattackThree days had already pa.s.sed since the collapse of Antila's outer walls. By now, Saniya's troops had taken full control over every portion of the newly built star fortress that surrounded the old city walls. At
- 409 Chapter 409: An End to the WarThe earth itself trembled and threw every single man on the battlefield to the ground. When they rose to their feet, they saw a plume of muddy dirt rise in the air, together with an eardrum-shattering boom. The primitive and
- 408 Chapter 408: InstinctAs if a giant hand was sweeping through the tunnel, Chalco was pulled off his feet and fell backwards. He heard a boom, and then only ringing in his ears.When he looked back up, he saw that his men were lying on the floor as well, the
- 407 Chapter 407: Order Into ChaosAs if he was stuck in a bog, Chalco was felt like he was slowly drowning in his desperation. At first, he had thought that his task would be easy enough: Just collapse the tunnel their enemies were trying to dig. The day they
- 406 Chapter 406: TermitesDrip Bang Drip Aaah! Boom Crash Charge! Grrr Boom Drip Nooo! Splash Aaah! Drip Bang Hold! WoofDid I hear a dog?No that couldn't be right. Making out any sounds within this mess was impossible. A vile cacophony of noise was alread
- 405 Chapter 405: Masters of Fate"In the end, inspired by the great Duke Herak, our men managed to push back the cowardly foes. Thus we have managed to destroy the tunnels of the cowardly moles once more. Whatever dirty tricks they attempt in the future,
- 404 Chapter 404: Dirt and BloodWhen Chalco left the confines of the tunnel's terminus, several people were already waiting for him. Next to Qori stood a warrior whose family had become famous for their impeccable senses for centuries. As a result, many o
- 403 Chapter 403: ApproachDrip, drip, dripWater droplets created a rhythmic beat in Taki's ear. After they escaped the damp ceiling, they fell down through the dark and humid air. Finally, they added to the shallow stream of water, reaching up to the ankl
- 402 Chapter 402: Family ReunionAfter Pacha had finally relaxed, the two kings just sat there for a while, and warmed their body with the hot irish coffee in their hands. Finally, the hero king looked up again. For a few second, he eyed his fellow king, before
- 401 Chapter 401: Diplomatic MeetingHow peaceful.For Corco, it was a guilty thought.Looking out of the window of Lord Makipura's city manor, he saw green once more, now that the white blanket of winter had disappeared. Birds were singing over the lively s
- 400 Chapter 400: Broken RoutineLike every day, Chalco and Qori lined up near the port to get the food a.s.signed to their combat group. From behind, the two kids were catching up.“Master Chalco, please wait!” beardless shouted.“We are standing still,” Chalco
- 399 Chapter 399: Routine (2)“Positions!”The usual shout woke Chalco from his thoughts. He stretched out his hand and Qori stepped forward to help pull him up.Is it already here? They’re a bit early today.Just as he had the thought, the loudmouth child interru
- 398 Chapter 398: RoutineFreezing cold sapped Chalco of his strength, and a heavy weight on his back pulled him down, closer and closer to the snow-white ground. Yet he struggled on, step by step, as his fingers lost feeling and his limbs lost strength. He fel
- 397 Chapter 397: Keeping it TogetherCompared to the cold outside, the air inside the command tent of the southern kingdom’s army was warm and heavy. Not only did the large, burning braziers around the tent’s periphery heat up the place, but so did the many bo
- 396 Chapter 396: Invincible No MoreOnce, Taki had thought that the armies of the southern kingdom were as invincible as their miracle king. Once, he had thought they were unbeatable. Now, he knew better.Sure, their enemies had come faster than they had though
- 395 Chapter 395: Pride and FallThe sound of drums filled Chalco’s head once more. After their defeat in the lightning battle, he thought that he would never have to hear that noise again. That maybe, he could go back home and return to his quiet work as an ar
- 394 Chapter 394: Convictions“This is an embarra.s.sment!” Pari shouted at bodies who lay panting and collapsed in and around the camp. It had taken them all afternoon to rea.s.semble the routed workers who had rushed into the forest like headless flies. Five
- 393 Chapter 393 - Old and NewWinter still held the southern kingdom in its icy grip. Snow still reigned on the plains north of Antila and silenced all life under its cover. However, only the Uskaylla River still raged on with its usual ferocity. With its sour
- 392 Chapter 392: ObsessionOn a new day of combat, a young commander in Antila’s new allied army stepped on top of the walls. As part of the reinforcements from Port Ulta, he had just stepped off the s.h.i.+p and was ready to show off his prowess. His black ha
- 391 Chapter 391: ObstacleAfter several days of preparation and reorganization in Cashan, Corco’s army had grown to an entirely new level. Twenty-seven companies of soldiers – made up of about a thousand combat personnel each - represented almost all the stren