Sen De La

The Rise of the Nine Dragons – Shadows Over Southeast Asia is an epic tale of a group of individuals facing the looming threat of a powerful organized crime syndicate, the Nine Dragons Syndicate, which holds a tight grip over the economy and politics of Southeast Asia. The story follows the journey of Bintang, a former journalist, and Sebastian, a time traveler, as they confront the cunning tactics and dark forces led by influential figures like Tian Hao and Yun Feng. 
Set against the vibrant backdrop of Jakarta and Indonesia's new capital (IKN), the core conflict revolves around political ambition, environmental crises, and economic manipulation. The tension arises as personal political agendas clash with the greater good, forcing Bintang and his team—comprising a former hacker, a diplomat, an environmental activist, and a conservation officer—to battle not just for justice but for the future of their land. Together, they face an enemy that wields not only power and wealth but also the ability to disrupt the natural balance.
At the same time, we have Heru, a character-driven by revenge and the pursuit of scientific advancements. His motivations create a tension-filled dynamic within the narrative, adding depth to the ongoing conflict between Bintang's team and the Nine Dragons.

The Rise of the Nine Dragons – Shadows Over Southeast Asia

Jakarta – Weeks After the Cryptobyte Grid Sabotage. The city burned—not in flames, but in silence. The Cryptobyte Grid, once the Nine Dragons' impenetrable digital fortress, flickered with corruption. AI systems misfired, streetlights blinked at random, and data terminals spat out garbled code. The city's pulse had turned erratic, signaling something far worse beneath the surface. 


David stood at the docks of Oenrust Island, the briny air thick with the scent of decay. The reports from Sumatra had been damning—entire villages locked under military quarantine, victims displaying symptoms unlike any pathogen recorded. His grip tightened around his comm device as Thalia approached, the dull gleam of a sealed biohazard vial in her gloved hands. 


“This strain—it’s evolving,” she said, her voice tinged with urgency. “It reacts to temperature changes, adapting within hours. This isn’t natural.” 


David exhaled sharply. “Heru’s work.” 


Embers of Control