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Thebe Autonomous Territory, a place where opportunities were open to all regardless of their status, was thriving. The city was experiencing its golden age, the height of its prosperity. With a vast logistics network stretching across the empire and merchants flooding in to utilize it, wealth naturally attracted people in droves. Thebe had always been one of the fastest-growing cities in the empire, but the growth over the last four years had been astonishing.
Since the Leston Duchy had spearheaded the development project in the northwestern region of the empire, Thebe, a central hub along the trade routes, had reaped immense benefits. However, the city's rapid growth hadn't been entirely positive. With the population increase overwhelming the city's administrative capacity, crime had surged. Criminals eager to make quick fortunes had infiltrated the city's underworld, leading to incidents cropping up almost daily.
In this chaotic city, teeming with greed and competing interests, the noble teenager Caron appeared, a single sword hanging from his waist.
"This is what freedom is," he muttered.
Thebe boasted the largest train station in the empire, and the moment he stepped off the train, Caron was greeted by a massive crowd bustling with energy.
"Passengers boarding the 1:20 PM train to the capital, please make your way to the platform..."
"The train to Azureocean Castle is departing soon! Hurry and board!"
People were constantly weaving through the station. It was clear from just a glance how vibrant the city was. Without hesitation,...
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