Chapter 13: Birth of a Sovereign Nation

Kaito stood in the center of his hidden laboratory deep within the castle, overseeing the final stages of his grand project. The separate operating system he had designed for his robots, drones, and nanomachines was now fully functional. NOVA, his AI assistant, was the administrator, and he himself was the master. With this system, he could issue commands mentally or verbally, allowing for absolute control over his creations.

As the hum of the machines filled the room, Kaito activated the power source he had secretly built within the castle, ensuring his technological marvels had an endless supply of energy. The moment the system came online, NOVA's voice echoed in his mind.

"Master, all systems are functioning at optimal levels. Awaiting further commands."

"Good," Kaito said with satisfaction. "Set all nanomachines, construction robots, and drones to begin building the nation. Program them to work autonomously unless I override their directives."

"Understood, Master. Commencing nation-building protocol."

With the operation set to auto mode, Kaito took a deep breath. His plan to build a new nation from scratch was officially in motion. The drones soared into the sky, the nanomachines began reshaping the terrain, and the construction robots tirelessly started assembling structures. However, to truly settle his future kingdom, he needed land—a vast land that surpassed the limits of the known world.

Utilizing his unparalleled mastery over Creation Magic, he prepared to alter the very structure of the world itself. A feat that defied even the will of the gods.

With a wave of his hand, intricate magic circles appeared beneath him, pulsating with divine energy. NOVA had already begun analyzing the soil composition, and within moments, the magical blueprint for the terrain was complete. Kaito channeled his magic, and the land started expanding, stretching far beyond what any kingdom had ever possessed.

Satisfied with his preparations, he set the construction to proceed autonomously and returned to his chambers. By the time he reached his bed, the sun was already rising. It was morning, and their departure was imminent.

After freshening up, Kaito made his way to the meeting point where Amelia, Lilia, and his newest fiancée, Althea, awaited him. The moment Althea saw him, she spoke.

"Kaito, why not stay in the kingdom? You could be my father's successor. You have the talent and strength to lead Eldoria."

Kaito shook his head with a calm smile. "There's no need for that. I'm going to build my own nation from scratch. In fact, I've already started."

Before Althea could respond, NOVA's voice interrupted. "Master, the construction work has been completed. The foundational structures have been erected."

Kaito's smirk deepened. "Perfect timing."

The group boarded the carriage and set off. While on the road, Kaito turned to NOVA. "Display a map of this world."

A three-dimensional projection appeared before them, detailing the known territories and landscapes.

"Now," he continued, glancing at Amelia, Lilia, and Althea, "where do you think I should build my own nation?"

Althea furrowed her brows. "What do you mean by that? Are you planning to conquer an existing nation?"

Kaito chuckled. "No, as I said before, I'll build my own nation from scratch."

Amelia crossed her arms. "And what about land?"

"I'll create that as well."

The three girls stared at him in disbelief. Surely, even he couldn't simply conjure land out of thin air. But Kaito wasn't just talking. He had already asked NOVA to analyze the soil composition so he could recreate it using his magic.

After a few hours of travel, they arrived at the border of the Eldoria Kingdom. Kaito stepped out and surveyed the surroundings. "NOVA, make an outline where the constructed structures will be placed. Ensure the surrounding empty land is fifty times larger than the planned city."

"Acknowledged, Master. Generating outline."

A vast, glowing blueprint of the soon-to-be-formed land appeared in front of them. Amelia, Lilia, and Althea gasped as they realized the sheer magnitude of Kaito's vision.

"NOVA," Kaito commanded, "start the programming process and integrate it into my Creation Magic codes. Begin the creation of the land."

"Affirmative. Initiating large-scale terrain expansion."

A blinding light enveloped the area as Kaito activated his magic. The world trembled as a new landmass began materializing before their eyes. Mountains, valleys, lakes, and forests emerged, each intricately designed by Kaito's will. It was an event beyond comprehension—an act of godhood.

Within minutes, the newly formed landmass was fifteen times larger than the entire world had ever been. Kaito had expanded the planet itself, pushing the boundaries of existence.

The three girls were frozen in shock and awe. What they had just witnessed was nothing short of divine intervention.

"This… this is impossible…" Amelia whispered, her voice trembling.

Lilia clutched her chest, trying to steady her breathing. "Kaito… what are you?"

Even Althea, normally composed and proud, was left speechless. She had seen powerful magic before, but this… this was rewriting reality itself.

Kaito, unaffected by their reactions, turned back to NOVA. "Start building the borders. Utilize the construction robots, drones, and nanomachines."

"Executing command. Constructing defensive perimeter."

Instantly, massive walls began rising from the ground, stretching endlessly across the new land's borders. The drones carried out surveillance, the nanomachines reinforced the foundations, and the construction robots worked in perfect synchronization.

As the colossal borders took shape, Amelia, Lilia, and Althea could do nothing but watch in stunned silence.

Finally, Althea managed to speak. "Kaito… just what kind of nation are you planning to create?"

Kaito turned toward her, a confident gleam in his eyes. "A nation that surpasses any kingdom, empire, or dominion in this world. A nation where I will set the rules. Where no god, no king, and no force can dictate its fate."

His words sent shivers down their spines. This was no ordinary ambition. This was the birth of a legend.

As the final segments of the borders were being erected, NOVA's voice rang out once more. "Master, construction of the foundational phase is complete. Awaiting your next command."

Kaito smiled. "Good. We've only just begun."

And with that, the first step in Kaito's journey to creating his own nation was complete. But this was only the beginning. The world had yet to realize that a new power was rising—one that would change history forever.