章 1774: Respite

Amidst the chaos playing out on the Moon, the ancient city of Rome was blanketed in an eerie silence, with an unspoken truce in effect. The cobblestone streets, which had once been alive with the sounds of arguments, clashes, and the occasional laughter, now bore witness to an uncertain peace.

Roman centurions, easily recognized by their plumed helmets and polished armor, were dispatched throughout the city. Their main task was to calm the unsettled masses, providing reassurance and maintaining order. 

Meanwhile, within the walls of a grand palatial residence, Julian orchestrated the protection of world leaders who had converged in the city. The tall, marble pillars and luxurious halls now served as makeshift meeting rooms and medical zones. In one such corner, Brandt lay recuperating. He had narrowly escaped death, his condition a testament to the intensity of the recent conflicts.