Chapter 180: 180

The royal chamber resonated with hushed discussions as Alfonso, adorned in regal attire, convened a crucial meeting with his ministers in January of 1944. The air was charged with anticipation, and the first to step forward and report was the Director of the Royal Intelligence Agency, a figure accustomed to navigating the intricate web of global affairs.

"In the recent months, the situation has remained relatively calm within our borders," the Director began, his tone measured. "However, our attention must now turn to a looming threat that has the potential to disrupt the delicate equilibrium we have strived to achieve."