While war waged in the German-speaking regions of the world for a unified Empire beneath the crown of Austria, things were progressing at an equally astonishing rate in the new world. Despite the ongoing war effort, Austria had ensured that regular deliveries to the Colony of New Vienna, and the burgeoning settlement in South Vinland, were perfectly punctual.
At the moment Honoria was sitting back on a straw chair, on the beaches of the land that was once known as Venezuela in Berengar's past life. In her hand was a cocktail that had been created from a mixture of imported distilled spirits and local fruits. By now, the woman's indigo hair dye was fading, and her natural chocolate color was showing its roots.
