From his position at nordhagen beach The Sole Survivor known as Marcus looked out at the burning wreckage of the Prydwen. The Brotherhood had been wiped out or at least it's commanders and that meant the institute had the upper hand. Marcus wasn't going to let them remain hidden underground anymore. No he had plans. While Shaun had died before the battle of the Prydwen he had officially designated Marcus as his successor and the new director of the Institute. Marcus was only chronologically 29 years old but he had seen enough of the world to formulate his plan. He was tall with short brown hair, brown eyes and was well built. Marcus pulled out his Pip-Boy and activated the relay back to the Institute.

Relaying straight into the directorates meeting room, he was pleased to see them all assembled at their seats awaiting his report. Director Justin Ayo of Advance systems. Director Clayton Holdren of BioSciene. Director Madison Li of Advance Systems, Director Ali Filmore of Facilities, and the beautiful and youngest of them all Director Katherine Walker (Kate for short) she was medium height and build with long wavy Red Hair, beautiful emerald eyes with freckles on her nose and cheek and a nice pair of assets. She was the Robotics Director and the youngest at age 27.

Marcus took his seat at the head of the table. "I would like to thank all of you for your support and loyalty. I understood the past few weeks have been hard and I know I am going to ask much of you in the coming years but I promise that as your director I will put the institute first above all else. You see I have a plan one that will reshape the Commonwealth. You all think of the above ground as a dead world but it is not it is thriving and ripe for the taking. The institute is above them in technology and because of that I believe that it is our right to rule over them. Which is why I have decided that it is time to take control of them." He took a pause to survey their reactions. They showed a sense of shock and surprise but no one had spoken a word.

"We will take the Commonwealth and with our power build an Empire that will last an eternity. They may fear us but we will put those fears to ease and eliminate any who disobey our will. Now there is much work to do which thanks to the successful completion of phase 3 this is all possible. Are there any questions?"

Doctor Li raised her hand

"Sir umm is this the best idea?"

"In my opinion it is we can aid the people of the Commonwealth and take what we want form then and Project our power wherever we want. Best way to do this is to create another division here, Surface Operations. They will be in charge of the Synths operating on the surface enforcing our rule as well as any other matters on the surface that concern us and they will work closely with the SRB."

Justin raised his hand "sir who will lead Surface Operations?"

"I haven't decided yet. Katherine here I believe has experience with the SRB and she knows her Synths as much as anyone here."

"Yes sir I previously worked there before my forceful reasihment-"

"She fucked a Courser" blurred Justin.

"Now Doctors let us not bring up the past. Now Katherine here will head up Surface Operations and T.S Wallace will take her place as head of robotics. Anything Else?"

Katherine spoke "Sir I assume Surface Operations will be based out of the newly completed section of the Institute?"

"No you will be in the old robotics after it has been refitted the new section will be my personal throne room. Now Director Filmore how long do you think that will all take?"

"To have old robotics remade into Surface Operations, a week maybe two as for your throne section a month depending on how you want it done."

"Just make it worthy of an Emperor. Now again I appreciate everything you have done now I feel that this meeting should be come to a happy end and we will meet again once Surface Operations is Operational and then we will declare the Eternal Empire."

"Sir this isn't really my place to ask" said Holdren "but why not now"

"Because our take over will likely be met with resistance and I want it to be as fluid as possible"

"Understood sir"

"Good, now everyone I will see you in a week.

One week latter

Marcus took his seat at the head of the table of Directors Wallace was present as the Director of Robotics and opisote of him was Katherine with her new uniform as Director of Surface Operations she had chosen red as her color and it suited her well.

"Now thank you again for all attending. Now that Surface Operations is at minimal capacity it is time. Also Director Filmore" he said sliding a holotape to her "those are the schematics for my throne room. Now eveyone you all know what I have planned so I belive it's time to get on with your assignments. Firstly Coursers will remain under the control of SRB as they are responsible for Synth hunting but they may be loaned out to Surface Operations who will control all Synths on the surface. Secondly Surface Operations will deploy garrisons of Synths to all red rocket stations, police stations, settlements, and former faction bases to reinforce our checkpoints and they will maintain patrols. Thirdly BioScience will help upgrade all farming settlements. Fourthly Advance Systems and Facilities will see to the restoration of CIT. I want a garrison up there and for it to function as a Surface hub of our Operations where we will maintain outreach with our subjects but they will still not be allowed access down here. Questions?"

Katherine raised her hand "Sir I understand that we will be deploying a large force to the surface and I understand the combat protocols for our patrols and such but what if Settlements?"

"Take out anyone who attempts to resist. Also covenant has found a way to detect Gen 3 Synths I want it anhilated as well as its compound and garrison a force there to kill anyone who travels there. Nobody is to rediscover that information understand?"

"Yes sir"

"Good. Anything else?"

"What of Robotics?"

"Keep up with Synth production I expect we will need to we have no idea what the future brings?" Ayo raised his hand next. "Sir what about current commonwealth factions?"

"I will offer the Minutemen a chance to join with us and to serve as the Army. I will also extended that offer to the Gunners and any Raider who wishes to redeem themselves. Should they refuse they will be annihilated." Ayo only nodded. "Now that you all have your orders I expect you to carry them out while I declare our Empire." With that the directorate dismissed its self back to its divisions and began carry out his orders.

Marcus arrived in the radio room and activated the radio taking over the classical station, diamond city radio and radio freedom.

"People of the Commonwealth. A few days ago I previously spoke to you and warned you of what would happen should you interfere in the affairs of the Institute. Now I speak to you with a different message. We have destroyed the Brotherhood of Steel and the Railroad and have taken our place as the undisputed rulers of the Commonwealth. Now join us in the forging of our Eternal Empire. We will help you rebuild and reintroduce technology and knowledge to your broken lands. We will clear the Commonwealth of the threats that plague you. We will build a brother future above ground and below we will make mankind's survival eternal. I offer a chance to the Minutemen to join with us and form the Imperial Guard and act as our army. Protect us and and the Empire I also extend that offer to any Gunner and Raider who seeks a second chance at a better future. Now I know some will refuse our rule and this is all I Have to say. Leave. No one will stop you but should you remain then your hostile presence will be dealt with lethal force. Now as I speak we have begun the takeover of the Commonwealth and the forging of the Eternal Empire. I ask that you give it a chance and aid us in making Mankind Eternal"