GATE: Thus The Imperium of Man Fought There

Ave Imperator Pt 1

-M2. Earth. Japan-

The world was gripped by chaos and tension beyond description. The announcement of the Emperor of Mankind's imminent visit to the Zalvus Gate country sent shockwaves across the globe, throwing all into a frenzy. It mattered not one's background—scientist, conspirator, politician, or citizen of any standing—the Emperor's arrival for a meeting with world leaders at the UN was unprecedented.

Prime Minister Motoi felt the weight of this immense burden pressing down on him, aging him beyond his years. Upon receiving the crucial message from Ollanius, he swiftly instructed his cabinet to coordinate their responses and organize the event.
He sensed time slipping away rapidly, the pressure mounting with each passing moment. A knock interrupted his thoughts.

"You may enter," Motoi replied, regaining his composure.

Rei stepped in, carrying a document. "My apologies for the interruption, sir. Here are the files you requested."

"Place them on my desk," Motoi instructed, masking his fatigue.
As Rei complied, Motoi noticed the aquila symbol, sighing involuntarily. "What are their demands this time?"

"Nothing too complex, sir. It's a summary of their previous documents," Rei replied, prompting Motoi to sink into his chair.

"Ishikawa, what do you make of the Imperium?" Motoi asked, feeling the weight of the world upon him.

Rei paused, then took a seat as gestured by Motoi. After a moment of contemplation, she began to speak.

"According to Lord Ollanius, the Imperium appears to be... from our current understanding, a dogmatic state," Rei explained cautiously.

"Dogmatic? Can you explain that further, Ishikawa?" Motoi asked, his brow furrowing in confusion. To him, the Imperium seemed like a powerhouse capable of emulating the divine and even surpassing them. Describing such a formidable entity as dogmatic appeared contradictory.

"You should be familiar with the Imperial truth, sir, the ideology that serves as the guiding principle for all in the Imperium. To me, it transcends mere ideology; the Imperial Truth carries the weight of a pseudo-religion," Rei explained thoughtfully, her words measured. "It rejects all forms of gods and deities, yet employs language and concepts reminiscent of religious doctrine—heretics, heresy, excommunication, among others. According to Lord Ollanius's accounts, every citizen of the Imperium clings fervently to the Imperial Truth, integrating it into every aspect of their lives. Furthermore, it's revealed that the Imperial Truth is not just an ideology but a meticulously crafted guidebook authored by the Emperor of Mankind and the High Lords."

"A guidebook?" Motoi's headache threatened to intensify.

"Yes. Lord Ollanius claims to have seen the original text of the Imperial Truth within the Imperial Palace. He mentioned that the versions disseminated to the masses are merely fragments, with the complete text gradually unveiled in accordance with the Empire's development. Surprisingly, each addition seamlessly complements the preceding material, fostering societal cohesion within the Imperium," Rei elucidated, maintaining her steady gaze on Motoi.

Motoi lapsed into silence, grappling with the implications of Rei's revelations. The notion she presented seemed implausible—a meticulously orchestrated plan of such magnitude executed flawlessly by an institution defied conventional understanding.

"Somehow it reminds me of a religion here on Earth," Rei murmured with a tone just above a whisper, her thoughts drifting to distant parallels.

"Ishikawa? Is there something you'd like to add?" Motoi inquired, catching the diplomat's quiet utterance.