Chapter 109
The second Cold War
Part 1
American Occupied city of Caracas
Empire of Venezuela
January 5th 2001
"Please, this way, General, we must get you to the shelter quickly for your safety!" the captain yelled to General Colton Holland, Commander of the US Military forces in the Empire of Venezuela, as explosions shook the Imperial Palace.
Looking out of the windows, he saw parts of the city in flames, car bombs truck bombs and mortar strikes caused chaos across the city, the people of Caracas did not like them being there.
The windows shattered as a mortar strike hit the palace courtyard, hitting the barracks tents. This is what it had been since he got his reinforcements a few months ago. His forces had complete control of the states of Falcon, Carabobo, Aragua, Miranda, and the Distrito Federals.
But as soon as he tried to push into any other state in any direction attacks would happen in cities or military camps in areas they controlled, sure they were able to repel many of the raids but it was the fact that they were successful that caused the general embarrassment.
General Holland was a member of the enclave and had been given this command thanks to his Brother-in-law, a high-ranking member of the enclave and currently a member of the United States Senate.
That morning, the casualty reports came in and it wasn't looking good, with 360 men killed or injured and millions of dollars of equipment destroyed, equipment that was due to be redeployed west to the Falcon State for a mission to take the state of Zulia and more importantly the Summer Palace where the Empress was still holding Court.
It would also cut off the main highway connecting Venezuela and Columbia. There were other roads into Columbia, but none of them were large enough to accommodate the needed supplies to continue the war and not only push the American invaders out but retain her throne.
"send word to the Air force base in Falcon, operation broken throne is greenlit" he told his aid who nodded sending a notification to there Airforce units.
The Summer Palace
South coast of Lago de Maracaibo
Zulia State Venezuela
Empire of Venezuela
1 week after Operation Broken Throne
The Empress Maria sat in the private dining room that her commanders had turned into a makeshift War room her eyes tired as she looked at the map, Americans were trying to push towards the Palace while sending small skirmishes against her cousin Gaspard.
Well until the Americans launched a large air assault
"Your Majesty, word has arrived from Trujillo State, your residence there was destroyed in an Airstrike by the USAF, thankfully casualties were low thanks to your order to evacuate the area for the duration of the war".
He moved figurines that marked units loyal to Gaspard, taking 4 of them off the map and moving the rest to other areas.
"The Americans have gained ground in the west and east. In the west, they have taken the states of Yaracuy and Cojedes, while in the east, they have taken the city of Barcelona in the State of Anzoategui and secured the State of Guarico, though reports of heavy resistance by Military and Civilians in the Countryside."
"If only my uncle hadn't left the SRU we would have not suffered such a barbaric invasion, what of our forces in Nueva Esparta? Have the islands fallen or are they loyal to Gaspard."
The generals looked at each other. "it is unknown your Majesty, we haven't heard from the islands since the invasion it is very possible they have remained neutral."
It was decided to make communication with the islands a priority. It was a vital stronghold to take and served as the largest naval base for the empire. It was also a bit of pride, known as New Sparta in English. It was named New Sparta in Honor of the 300 Spartans at the Battle of Thermopylae and to honor the fallen soldiers who fought against Spain in the revolution.
Castillo de Pampatar
City of Pampatar
Nueva Esparta
Empire of Venezuela
War time Headquarters of the Venezuelan Empires Fleet
"Admiral, another representative of Duke Gaspard here to demand our loyalty." Captain Mauricio Perez said with restrained anger, and with due cause the naval forces here were Loyal to the Crown and the crown was legally given to the Empress Maria.
Now I know what you're going to say. If they are loyal to the Empress, why have they not joined the war? Well, it's because they are following military protocol. The Nation is in the middle of a civil war and an invasion, the Capital is under occupation, and communication with the Government is cut.
In this situation, they follow handwritten orders that the Admiral of the Fleet has kept locked in a safe in his office. His orders in the letter written by the Empress were to hold the islands and await orders from the Crown. If the Empire falls, they are to evacuate as many military personnel and resources as possible and set sail to allied or neutral ports if holding the islands is impossible.
The Admiral of the fleet was one of the most unique individuals to hold the position. Why, you ask? He was only half Venezuelan. His mother was born in Carcass, and his father was Greek, born in the city of Athens to one of the rare anti-Spartan families.
He didn't agree with his family and joined the spartan army served 20 years and met his wife who was visiting Egypt where he was posted, he was the result of their union his wife wanting there baby to be born in Venezuela he requested permission to leave the military and move to the south American empire with his wife from the Duchess of Kassandria who agreed.
Eight months later, he was born and named Leonidas in honor of his father's homeland. Both his parents loved him and taught him both Spanish and Greek, and he eventually joined the navy. Anyway, back to the present day.
"Once again, have the marines send him back to the duke, we are soldiers of the crown not some petty noble who cannot stand he wasn't named Emperor."
"Sir, many of the men are wondering how long we will remain here. It won't be long before the US sends task forces this way; the fact that they haven't is shocking."
Before the Admiral could say anything a marine ran in looking shocked. "Sir! We received a secure communication request from the Summer Palace, it's the Empress!
Suffice to say when communications were confirmed the empress gave the order to hold the American advance in the east, and if possible, to arrest the duke for treason.
They wouldn't have to worry about that as it appears that Sparta is not being as quiet as many nations thought.
(Warning: slightly sexual section coming up)
Castillo San Antonio De La Eminencia
City of Cumana
State of Sucre
Forward command post of Duke Gaspard
Sitting on his throne, the Duke enjoyed a good meal with his Generals—well, some of his generals. The Duke was paying attention to an exotic beauty who was serving drinks. Her skin was tanned but lighter than the locals'; she was not from the empire.
He was so entranced wither he didn't notice one of his servants pick his quarters key and sneak off to the restricted levels of the fort.
They were placing evidence on his desk that, had he seen it, would have scared him as he thought it had been destroyed. Meanwhile, said beauty walked up to him, pouring him some wine. He smiled at her.
"Hmmm, what is your name, sweety?" he slurred. Seeing her giggle, she responded, "My name is Helena, my Emperor." She made him grin as she called him by his rightful title.
Pulling her into his lap he grinned as she giggled and slightly grinded herself on his lap making his little duke very happy, and hard but hey that's to be expected.
Ignoring the fact that his wife was sitting next to him he whispered to her to follow him to his chambers making the servant girl giggle as she agreed following him to his chambers.
Past the two guards as he closed the door behind him, seeing her sit on the edge of his bed her legs slightly spread making him grin as he stumbled to undo his trousers his cock rock-hard.
"Hmm, such a lovely creature, please me and I'll make you my empress" he grinned, knowing he had used this line many times already, as he pushed her onto her back. Seeing his prize, he placed himself above her, ready to enter and claim his prize.
"You broke your deal with the United States Duke Gaspard, now you will pay the price for your betrayal." Helena told him her eyes filled with malice.
"W, what are you ughhh. He was cut off has he felt cold steel enter his chest seeing a Trench Knife in his chest the assassin smiled even now with the guards outside trying to break down the door dressing herself she opened the window and called loudly. "God bless the USA!" before jumping out of the window teleporting as soon as she was clear.
Se appeared away from the fortress next to her fellow agent pleased with there work. "What is our next mission sister, Helena asked her fellow wraith. "Our Queen commands we make our way towards the Empress to offer the empires secret support".
Both nodded before vanishing towards the western half of the country. Meanwhile, in the fort, we see the Duke's men break the door. Seeing their lord dying, two go to aid him, while his second in command is drawn to his desk, seeing the documents and letters between the Duke and some US Senators.
"Leave him. The Duke is no true emperor; he's a traitor to the crown. Look for yourself."
The duke was left to bleed out as word quickly spread across the Empire and the world, catching the US off-guard as Gaspard's army swore allegiance to Empress Maria, meaning that within 3 months, the us military was now fighting a unified Empire aiming to retake their Capital.
That wasn't the only thing that was going on, with the Civil war now over Empress Maria ordered the US to withdraw her troops and reapplied to join the SRU as an affiliate member.
The Empress moved from the Summer Palace to the frontline in Cojedes, earning the love of her troops. Meanwhile, in America, the enclave was in panic mode. The public was calling for an end to the war; they needed control of the oil reserves.
It was decided that they would say the Empire was building WMDs, earning just enough support in the senate to continue the war despite public outcry. The war would continue, with the US Government declaring Empress Maria a vicious dictator and tyrant wanting to wage war against America.
May 5th 2001
Stockton AFB
Falcon State
General Holland, slammed the letter on his desk as he received word that his forces had withdrawn from Barcelona in the State of Anzoategui while he had no choice but to pull his forces back to the Capital or Miranda to secure their supply lines.
From New Sparta, the Imperial Navy sent ships to block any attempts to support the capital via the sea, only for the USAF to push them back to Tortuga. It seems the war was still in favour of the US from a military standpoint.
Until the empire started becoming bolder, their troops seemed to be better equipped with plenty of ammunition, APCs, and tanks to support their ground forces, leaving the general to wonder where they got this advanced weaponry.
He sat with his commanders, arguing on how to deal a crippling blow to the empire's forces, unaware that spartan agents were still operating in the country.
"Sir, we need to break the will of the people and launch a full-scale assault on their fleet when they try to blockade Caracas again." An Air Force colonel said, much to the agreement of the other officers, which was a good idea. They had at least 30 F-18s ready to go, and reports were that 4 B-52s were being sent to aid in the war, which had been declared a war of liberation.
"Gentlemen, it is decided, General Holland spoke proudly as he stood before the window that overlooked the fighter jets. "With our jets and our bombers when they arrive, we shall reign fire upon the lands, breaking the will of the people and destroying their armies. GOD BLESS AMERICA!
Before anyone could cheer or clap, the room shook, and the glass shattered from the shockwaves and explosions then knew no more as they were knocked out.
Author's Note: Hey, people, I hope you like it until next time.
Revan Shan 2077.
