Chapter 2: Chapter 2: King Arthur Jr

    "Arthur Jr huh?" Moe mumbled it in his mind.

    As the memories continued to flood his consciousness, Moe found himself piecing together the life of the man whose body he now inhabited. He recalled fragments of Arthur Jr''s childhood, his relationships with his family and friends, and his ascension to the throne six months prior. The memories were not always clear, and some were shrouded in a fog that Moe couldn''t quite penetrate. But he was able to recall the people who had played a significant role in Arthur Jr''s life, including the nobles, dukes, and other members of the royal court.

    Six months prior, King Arthur Jr had ascended to the throne of Keldoria, following the assassination of his father, King Arthur the 3rd, during a pleasure trip on the outskirts of the city. The rules of succession were clear: upon the death of the reigning king, the next in line would assume the throne. King Arthur the 3rd had left behind a legacy of three children, each with their own unique place in the line of succession. Arthur Jr, the eldest son, had been next in line to the throne, followed by his younger sister, Alice, and then his younger brother, Aaron. With his father''s untimely death, Arthur Jr had been thrust into the role of king, inheriting the throne to the country of Keldoria

    King Arthur the 3rd had been a ruler who favored the interests of the royal court, lavishing wealth and power on the dukes and nobles who could provide him with riches and luxury. As a result, the country of Keldoria had become a hotbed of corruption, where those in power were above the law and could act with impunity. The nobility and their allies were free to do as they pleased, while the commoner lived in fear of their wrath. A mere whisper of dissent or a perceived slight against the nobility could result in brutal punishment, even death. The law had become a tool of oppression, used to maintain the grip of the powerful on the powerless.

    As Moe delved deeper into the memories of Arthur Jr, he discovered a disturbing truth: the young king was, in fact, worse than his father, King Arthur the 3rd. The former king''s excessive indulgence had spoiled Arthur Jr, rendering him reckless and fearless, with no regard for the consequences of his actions. His behavior was often unpredictable and violent, fueled by a likeness for drink and a complete disregard for the well-being of others.

    Moreover, Moe considered the possibility that if he hadn''t been transmigrated into Arthur Jr''s body, the young king might have met a similar fate to his father, King Arthur the 3rd. The thought sent a shiver down his spine, and Moe felt a sense of responsibility wash over him. He decided that, rather than simply existing in this new body, he would take ownership of it and strive to make a positive impact on the world of Keldoria.

    With his knowledge and experience from his past life, Moe saw an opportunity to transform the ruined country into a thriving and advanced nation. He envisioned a future where the citizens of Keldoria lived in prosperity and harmony, and where the kingdom was a beacon of hope and progress. It was a daunting task, but Moe felt a sense of determination and purpose. He would slowly work to change the way the citizens perceived him, Arthur Jr, and through his actions, prove himself to be a just and capable ruler. The thought of rebuilding a nation from the ground up was a challenge that Moe was eager to undertake, and he steeled himself for the long and difficult journey ahead.

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    Not part of the story

    Since his father has passed, he should be Arthur IV instead of Arthur Jr. When I started writing, I thought it might be interesting to keep it as Jr for stylistic reasons, but now that many have mentioned it, I realize it makes more sense to update it. I''ll work on a plot element to transition his name Arthur Jr to Arthur IV in future.