THIS CITY SUFFERS A WRETCHED ODOR

For days, the residents of this once-vibrant city have endured a dreadful stench that permeates every corner. Structures reek, and the air is so thick with the nauseating odor that even the bravest soul can't tolerate it for long. The source of this foulness remains a mystery, adding to the fear that grips the population. Every attempt to identify

Throughout the late 1800s, a subtle but intense competition for influence gripped Central Asia. Britain| The Tsarist administration of Russia both sought to extend their reach into this strategically important region, sparking what became known as the Great Game. Both empires engaged in a web of secret diplomacy, supporting various factions. Their