The Elemental Empires: Arrogance of the Steelon AUDIOBOOK

Chapter 1: Mineral kingdom; the existence on the galaxy

The galaxy of minerals was into debate who leads the kingdom.

“We all have our own powers, weapons and army, but that does not mean that we need any conflict, then what are we arguing for?” said Queen Cobala.

“Yes I agree, we have different functions, our mineral islands are different, our weather is different, besides how can we conclude the ultimate eligibility of a solid, or gas? The planet of Solids has a different environment than the gaseous planet”. Said the king Copper.

“This is the sole right of the metals to lead the galaxy, we are the strongest to defeat anyone in a war” said king Aluman.

“True, but make yourself aware about the powers of steel, no one can claim the mighty power except me” said king Steelon.

“I am afraid, no one should undermine the solids, why is an exclusive focus on the metals only”. Said King Carbon. “Arrogance can cause isolation, why do we need to assign authority to only one of us”.

“Because I can defend the galaxy from every superpower, I am the super power”. Roared King Steelon.

Silence screamed for a minute… The Steelon froze everyone to see the furious behavior

Queen Oxyilia was listening to everything silently. Renowned for her patience and well-behaved personality, the queen was an admiration for everyone.

She broke the silence, “Do we necessarily need to choose one of us for leading the entire galaxy?” No one had the answer.

“What is the thing that creates fear? What is it, from which we need defence, so why should someone defend us?”

“All of us have weapons; swords, axes, spears and what not. There always exists fear of war”. Responded the King Steelon. “I am the only one who have the strongest army and stock of weapons, so it’s only me who can defeat anyone on the galaxy”.

“So, we are planning to fight with each other, and create a defence strategy against a threat that does need fight but prevent it”. “Wouldn’t it be better to devise a strategy to prevent the conflict, rather than planning to fight and then to find our defence?”

“I think I also agree, there is no need to develop war strategy, however we can think about agreeing on a mutual leadership, to prevent the conflicts and have decisions to avoid wars and settle the matters to guarantee peace”. Queen Hydra intervened.

All the kings and queens started whispering to each other, no consensus, and no decision. Confusion remained there, but the King Steelon was into a furious thinking; something was not right. No one could guess how this discussion had infuriated the king Steelon. He could never accept that anyone can deny his supremacy. The minerals were aware of his strength, and had always acknowledged his power, but this time it was the question of his hold above all. And the point had not been accepted according to his expectation; he had considered this to be an obvious thing, “No one has the right to become the might king of the kingdom, but the king Steelon”. He thought. No one could have an idea, what could be the possible result of this ferocity.

The mineral kingdom was land of diverse composition. It comprised 118 mineral islands, all-different in nature. Most of these mineral islands were inactive, and loved to maintain their own limited world. However, some of them were very active, always ready to show their presence in the world. The entire kingdom was mainly divided into two planets. One was the planet of solids, and the other was the gaseous planet belonging to the same galaxy.

Each planet and mineral island had its own life form, which can survive its gaseousness and the extreme temperatures. If they would travel to an unsuitable planet or mineral island, then they would have to wear a bio suit to protect them.

Each mineral planet led by a king or queen, maintain special super powers and their own army. All mineral kings and queens maintained their classic weapons like sword, staff, hammer, axe, chained metal balls, spear, and archery weapon. A huge collection of weapons, which represented their mineral powers, though nothing was ever used against each other. The weapons were also used to fire burst of energy apart from physical fights; each mineral island was enjoying its own existence.

Each planet mineral islands needed to have transparent magnetic atmospheric shield, through which their army and airships could travel through; this would keep the gases self-contained.

Some of the kings and queens were always into the activity on the kingdom and maintained link with the other mineral islands. There were the bridges between the mineral islands and they could interact with each other whenever they wanted. They also used to meet each other, where the kings and queens would discuss the matters they wanted to resolve through mutual discussion.

The Solid planet had multiple enthusiastic kings, who were always ready to get into an action. The Iron Island always assumed as an unannounced leader among the neighboring mineral islands: King Steelon had the throne. Manganese, ruled by king Mangan. Chromium, ruled by Queen Chroma. Vanadium, ruled by Queen Vana, and Titanium ruled by Titan, are located on the right and Cobalt, ruled by Queen Cobala, Nickel, ruled by Queen Nickela, Copper, ruled by king Copper and Zinc, ruled by king Zincun, on the left, where carbon, ruled by king Carbon, and Aluminum, ruled by king Aluman are also present on a little distance.

On the other side of the galaxy, did the gaseous planet comprise several mineral islands where, Nitrogen, ruled by king Nitron, Florine, ruled by Queen Floria, and chlorine, ruled by King Chloram were the main mineral islands, where Queen Oxyilia is the leader of the planet? Queen Hydra was the ruler of small mineral island Hydrogen that was situated far away on the corner of the galaxy and had good relation with the entire galaxy.

The image of Queen Oxyilia was highly admirable, as she had always been an undisputed figure among the minerals. The queen of the gaseous states was the peace lover but she had understood that king steel wanted war and hold power of the entire galaxy. Although she had power against king Steelon, as she was capable to oxidize even a rain of arrows, thrown by the king, however she had never wished to use such powers. She also had a deadly tendency of forming a demigod with king Carbon, neighboring mineral island of Steelon and other solid minerals.

She had never used this power against anyone, in order to maintain peace in the kingdom. On the other hand, queen hydra had a very positive influence on and by the Queen Oxyilia; together they were nurturing princess Aqua who was the symbol of life in the kingdom. They had summoned princess Aqua, when Queen Hydra threw two diamonds of her mineral and Queen Oxyilia threw one diamond. This created a new mineral named princess Aqua. The entire galaxy was into admiration, since she was the symbol of life.

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The meeting was an alarm for many of the kings; all of them thought that war was not a simple thing to be discussed. All of them had a huge collection of weapons and their own super powers, but nothing was ever used against each other. The points of utilizing these against the peace in the galaxy was not a good sign for the planets, but no one could realize this was not a simple debate; only few wits were worried. They wanted to find out the solution without any conflict or an opportunity for any of the king to invade the other mineral island.

War was not an easy solution to anything, and Queen Oxyilia was well aware of this reality. All attacking planets would be at a disadvantage, as they would need to carry massive quantity of their local mineral in cargo ships with them to war zone, which will lack their own mineral and if they ran out will have to surrender. For the gaseous planet, carrying their minerals was even more challenging, that had always worried King Oxyilia. That is why she was always against the war and promoted peace message in the galaxy.

The question of supreme power was not a big issue, however Queen Oxyilia could smell this was leading to war in the galaxy. Queen Hydra was also with her in her concerns; both had always enjoyed the best relations with each other. They were again thinking the same; something was really discomforting, as it was not a normal debate for authority. This power struggle could disturb the balance in the galaxy and both of them could hear the steps of disaster.

King Steelon had been enjoying power for a long time, since he was an unannounced leader of the planet of solids, through a mutual agreement. He could never imagine that there could be debate on this concern. He was expecting that the point is easily accepted and after that, he would be the only option for the king of the galaxy. The end of the meeting was a shock, which infuriated him; however, no one could predict the consequences.

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“What is your opinion? How should we respond to this argument, is it really necessary to decide on this?” Said Queen Hydra.

“Absolutely not” said Queen Oxyilia, “I have never been into such debates, since we have to manage our own affairs on each mineral island. Why would we need to spread our concerns?”

“I agree, but we cannot stay aside either, observing everything quietly”. Said Queen Hydra

“Yes, I can feel that King Steelon is not only expecting supremacy for simple decision making. We have our own mineral islands, and only we know, how to handle our own matters” said Queen Oxyilia

“What do you think, what is his intention, is he planning for infestation of war on the galaxy?” Said Queen Hydra.

“I cannot be so sure, but, he claimed that he can defend the mineral islands from the superpowers. This necessitates thinking, from which superpower do we have fears for being defended?” Said Queen Oxyilia

“You are right I think; the point of the leadership could be founded on the premise of maintenance of peace and prosperity. From where did this point of defence emerged at first place”. Said Queen Hydra.

“All of us minerals are living a standard life and have our own interests, so if we chose a mutual leader to defend ourselves, who will be attacking us then?” Said Queen Oxyilia

“I do not oppose choosing a leader for the galaxy, but I believe instead of talking about wars and creating a defense strategy, we should build a strategy to resolve the conflicts it those occur”. Said Queen Hydra.

“I am also not in a disagreement to this idea, and I think that there should be someone who could be consulted as a mediator, in case of a conflict. A dispute between two mineral islands can be resolved through an intervention of mutually agreed mediator,” said Queen Oxyilia

“You are absolutely right, but I suggest that this should not be held by a single mineral, there should be a leading group of kings or queens who could resolve the matter, a single person may be biased”. Said Queen Hydra.

“Good suggestion, I would discuss with others when we meet next time, but I fear, King Steelon may not be in the favor of this solution. I have felt that he wants to enjoy unshared power”. Said Queen Oxyilia

“He has power on his own planet; I don’t think he should extend this thirst” Said Queen Hydra.

“Yes, he is an unannounced leader at the planet. I am sure he wishes for more, but it should not be welcomed at the cost of others’ freedom. Let’s see what happens next”. Said Queen Oxyilia

“We have always supported peace; this is our responsibility to do something” Said Queen Hydra.

“I also wish, I am not afraid of war because I can easily ruin the army of Steelon by Oxidization. But I don’t want loss for anyone because it will not be favorable for anyone”. Said Queen Oxyilia

“This is not about what we can do to ruin each other, but there is no positivity at all, if we go for it” Said Queen Hydra.

“I can easily ruin the environment through only 2 diamonds if I call carbon for only one diamond from his side. Everyone knows what commander Cardox (Carbon Dioxide) can do, but I don’t want to take any of the options that could harm someone”. Said Queen Oxyilia

“Yes, I know, remember when we summoned for princess Aqua and generated an idea of throwing two diamonds with one of yours into the air. They should not forget that princess aqua is the symbol of life and we have always supported the same intention”. Said Queen Hydra.

“This is true, but let’s hope King Steelon also takes the points and prevents himself from intent of destruction”. Said Queen Oxyilia. Queen Hydra nodded with the eyes full of concerns.
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“I am not ready to leave it like that; this is a complete denial of my power. Who can negate my power in the galaxy?” said king Steelon.

“I was also not expecting that this will take such a long debate, but first of all we should agree how we should decide upon this”. Said King Aluman.

“I think the premise of this new system has to be supported with some logics”. Said Queen Cobala.

“Actually, we have different functions, our mineral islands are different, and our weather is different. First of all, we have to decide that who will lead the galaxy, solid, or gas? Said the king Copper.

“This is an undeniable quality of the metals, that no one else have the capability to lead the galaxy, we are the toughest” said king Aluman.

“The planet of Solids has a different environment than the gaseous planet, I feel that they are different, why would they accept the rule of metals”. Said the king Copper.

“Although, I am an inhabitant of the planet of solids, but I feel, all of you forget my significance in the planet. This is true that I am far away and I do not interfere, but how can you decide that only the metals are capable”. Said the King Carbon.

“So you want to create another conflict? You don’t want to accept my rule?” said king Steelon.

“No, I only want to extend realization, that this decision cannot be imposed, thinking it an obvious agreement”. Said the King Carbon.

“I also think, first we should discuss among all the kings at planet solid, first we need to agree what is the premise of this new decision”. King Zincun entered the discussion for the first time.

“We can first decide why we need to agree on a leadership. But the most concerning thing is that why are we confronting each other?” Queen Chroma also added.

“I think the premise of defending the mineral island is creating a confusion. We don’t need war as a solution for anything. Then why should we talk about defence?” Said king Zincun.

“All the kings know that I am the leader. I am the strongest, I am the wisest, and no one has ever resisted my power. Then why is an argument”. King Steelon reacted angrily.

“All of us maintain our own territory; there is no point of accepting or rejecting one of us as the supreme power. We are individually supreme at our own mineral island. This should not form the basis of any conflict”. Said the King Carbon.

“I think we should choose a leader but before that it is important to agree upon the motives of this decision first”. Said king Zincun. “We can use this decision to benefit the entire planet, and even the galaxy”.

“I think Queen Oxyilia was right that there is nothing that creates fear on the galaxy. There is nothing, from which we need defence, so there is no reason that someone should defend us”. Said the King Carbon.

“The fear is within ourselves, if we think that one of us can possibly attack the others, then we should think about the strategy to prevent this possibility, not to defend or attack as a reaction”. Said king Zincun.

“I don’t think like a coward, when you have war and other don’t acknowledge your power, the war becomes inevitable”. Said King Steelon

“I feel that a leader should expect respect, not the fear in the heart of others”. Said the King Carbon.

“True we respect you, and acknowledge that you are the strongest among us, you have mighty powers, for which we adore you. But all of us have our own territories as well. We wish that our solidarity must be respected by all means, and for this, we don’t expect external help. We rather expect that everyone should respect the others’ right of solidarity”. Said king Zincun.

“I also agree, in this case, there will no chance of war, but everyone will stay safe,” Queen Chroma also added.

“We should not forget that we all are the inhabitants of the same galaxy and should have no differences with each other. No matter the minerals belong two planets; however, the solids planet can lose many opportunities, if we developed any kind of enmity with the gaseous planet”. Said the King Carbon.

“I still remember when king Chloram shared one of his diamond with mine and we succeeded to have prince saltum. Who can deny his importance on the galaxy”? King Sodium participated for the first time.

“Yes, I am also in favor of collaboration, who can forget the summoning of Princess Acetica. Birth of CH4COOH was not so simple. Queen Oxyilia and Queen Hydra have always been very helpful. So, I don’t think there may be any point of war, however leadership for conflict resolution is harmless; we can think about it”. Said the King Carbon.

“Let’s think about it and meet when we are ready to finalize one solution. My suggestions are for the betterment of the entire galaxy. I know I am capable of taking care of everyone”. Said King Steelon with an arrogant smile.

All the kings left for their mineral islands and begin discussion within their palace.

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All the kings were thinking that this debate has ended, and they will find a simple solution. They will accept the king Steelon as a might king of the galaxy and he will manage matters, because everyone thought that there was no fear of war from anywhere. All of them knew that King Steelon was a furious emperor; however, everyone thought that he would be content when he gets the throne. All of them thought that he wanted to protect them, and he was worth due to his powers. They also knew that Queen Oxyilia was a cool minded emperor, and she was not a hurdle between King Steelon and the throne for mighty king. But there was something which was bothering King Carbon and King Zincun. They met to discuss their concerns.

“I can smell the intentions of King Steelon, he must be planning to initiate a war on the galaxy and invade the gaseous planet. His anger does not seem what he is actually trying to pretend” Said King Carbon.

“I also feel so, if this is only the matter of mighty power, he should not be so anxious, and give everyone some time to decide upon the matter. He is the youngest of all and all of the minerals exist for a longer period on the galaxy”. Said King Zincun.

“I can predict now; he intends to seek revenge from Queen Oxyilia for defeat of his father, the former king Ironum. There could be no other reason to insist on his motive”. Said King Carbon.

“You might be true in your prediction, but I think, it was his entire fault to invade the gaseous planet. He should have been aware of his properties. He did not arrange for the body suit at the Oxygen planet and got oxidized easily, what king Oxyilia did was just a measure to defend her planet and the mineral island”. Said King Zincun.

“Yes, I remember he was over ambitious. He himself invaded the planet and had to leave massive quantity of his minerals in the cargo in the war zone, when he had to surrender. That war ruined him, no king has ever been seen to handover the throne to his son in his life, but he had to do it”. Said King Carbon.

“He had no option, he had gotten so weak after oxidization, that he was not able to manage rule. But I feel King Steelon is a little hasty to rule the entire galaxy”. Said King Zincun.

“I think, he should not repeat the mistake like his father. I have no objection on his selection as the mighty king since he is undoubtedly the strongest mineral on the galaxy, but I fear, his thirst for power can make all of the mineral islands extremely vulnerable to lose their freedom. Each mineral island has its own properties, only the own king of each mineral island can manage the matters of their territory”. Said King Carbon.

“Don’t you think Queen Golda can be an option to become the mighty emperor? We know that King Steelon is the strongest, but he is not the real eligible inherent of the king Ironum, he is a Demi God. I have the opinion that Queen Golda is the worthiest; she can also be a claimant. She is the most important mineral from the beginning of the galaxy”. Said King Zincun.

“She is the worthiest, but she is at some distance to all of the active mineral islands at the Southern part of the galaxy. She does not prefer to become common like other minerals and does not interact with the other mineral kings. Also, she is really weak and soft; King Steelon will never let her take the throne”. Said King Carbon.

“And what about the King Aluman, or King Copper”. Said King Zincun.

“They will never welcome conflict with King Steelon, and no one will,” Said King Carbon.

“I think we should do something to prevent war, weapons are just for precaution, but that does not mean that we should necessarily use those. If accepting his position as the mighty king does not solve the matter, what else should we do?” Said King Zincun.

“I can’t say anything right now, but I feel Queen Oxyilia must be thinking of something; she is a wise emperor. Maybe she could find a solution. Right now, none of us would like to take any risk by infuriating King Steelon”. Said King Carbon.

“You are right. I feel we should wait for the next action by the king Steelon. But at the same time, we must strengthen our own defence to keep our mineral islands safe from any invasion. I will check my atmospheric shield if it is strong enough to survive any of such attempts”. Said King Zincun.

“I will do the same. Let’s wait, I am confident that Queen Oxyilia is sensible enough to handle the situation to minimize the risk of war. She will not take any unwise step to provoke conflicts at this point of time”. Said King Carbon.

“Yes, I agree”. Said King Zincun.

All the minerals had different perception of the issue, but the wise ones were really sensing the disaster that was looking to invade the galaxy, but it was premature to say anything or take a step. So, everyone was silently watching and waiting for whatever comes out. Nobody could anticipate; how long they have to wait.