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The Dawn of Liberty

July 24, 2023
By JonBai GOLD, Beijing, Other
JonBai GOLD, Beijing, Other
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Favorite Quote:
"Our reality is narrow, confined, and fleeting. Whatever we think is important right now, in our mundane lives, will no longer be important against a grander sense of time and space..."

- Liu Cixin


In the heart of the tyrannical empire known as the FarEast, a spark of rebellion has been ignited by a teenager named Karim. Born into a world where freedom was a lost memory, Karim hoped to become a beacon of hope in a society shrouded in darkness. He led a group of rebels known as the Alliance, determined to overthrow the totalitarian regime and restore liberty to their world.

 

Karim was not always a rebel; he was born into a LowerRoyal family and was privileged beyond what most citizens could imagine. However, nearly every aspect of daily life was within the FarEast’s clutches. The empire dictated what people could learn, where they could work, and even what they could dream and think of. But as Karim grew older, he realized he wanted to be different. He had a spirit that refused to be tamed— a mind that refused to be controlled.

 

Karim began to question the FarEast's authority, challenging the propaganda that was force-fed to the citizens from a young age. He saw the injustice, the inequality, and the fear that the empire used to maintain control, and he knew he could not stand by and simply watch. He didn’t care for the niceties of life—his large flat, bountiful food and drink, or government-provided entertainment. All he desired was freedom; he cared not about the economic or societal cost. He believed that freedom was the ultimate privilege.

 

With a burning desire for change, Karim began to secretly gather like-minded individuals. They were from diverse walks of life but shared a common goal: to free their society from the FarEast's oppressive rule. They called themselves the Alliance— a name that symbolized their unity and shared purpose.

 

Operating from the shadows, the Alliance challenged the FarEast's control. They sabotaged government facilities, propagated messages of resistance, and inspired hope among the oppressed populace. Each rebellion was a blow to the empire's authority and a step towards their ultimate goal of freedom.

 

But the path to freedom was fraught with danger. The FarEast was ruthless in its pursuit of control, and it would stop at nothing to crush the rebellion. The empire's enforcers, the IronFist, were dispatched to hunt down the Alliance. Karim and his companions became the most wanted fugitives in the kingdom, and their faces were plastered upon every propaganda screen and 'NewScreen'.

 

Despite the risks, Karim's resolve never wavered. He led the Alliance with unrelenting courage, inspiring his comrades with his determination and vision of freedom. The Alliance grew in numbers, and their ranks swelled with citizens who longed for a more just world, inspired by Karim's bravery.

 

As the rebellion gained momentum, the FarEast's grip on society began to loosen. The people, once silenced by fear, began to find their voices. They began questioning the empire's authority, challenging its propaganda, and dreaming of a better future. The Alliance's actions sparked a revolution, and hope began to blossom in the hearts of the oppressed.

 

The final battle against the FarEast was a testament to Karim's leadership and the Alliance's determination. They launched a daring assault upon the empire's stronghold, the Polotsk Fortress, a steel and concrete monolith which symbolized the FarEast's power. The battle was fierce, but the rebels fought with immense courage, fueled by the hope of freedom.

 

The battle began with a daring assault on the fortress's outer defenses. Alliance fighters, armed with guerrilla tactics and military precision, launched a surprise attack after dark. Explosions alit the night sky as rebel forces breached the fortress's outer walls, engaging in fierce close-quarter combat with the regime's loyalist soldiers. The battle raged for days, with both sides displaying unwavering resolve.

 

The regime's well-trained and amply equipped forces fought fiercely to protect their stronghold, but the rebels, driven by their determination and ideological fervor, fought with an unmatched passion. Karim's strategic brilliance became evident as the battle progressed. His hit-and-run tactics, diversionary maneuvers, and coordinated assaults leveled the playing field against a larger and better-armed regime battalion. The rebels utilized the fortress's intricate layout to their advantage, launching surprise attacks from hidden passages and tunnels, and as the battle climaxed, the regime's grip weakened.

 

The rebels, emboldened by their successes, pushed deeper into the heart of the stronghold, while the loyalist forces, demoralized by the relentless assault, found their resolve wavering. Finally, after weeks of intense fighting, the rebels breached Polotsk’s inner sanctum.

 

In a dramatic showdown, Karim confronted the regime's leader at the fortress’s command center, delivering a powerful speech that resonated with the hearts of the loyalist soldiers.

 

Ultimately, the FarEast's empire crumbled under the weight of the people's resistance. The Alliance emerged victorious, and their battle cries echoed through the streets as the oppressive regime fell. Karim stood at the forefront, symbolizing hope and freedom in a society suffocated by tyranny.

 

But the true battle was just beginning. With the fall of the FarEast, the monumental task of rebuilding society fell upon Karim and the Alliance. They worked tirelessly to establish a new government that valued freedom and equality. It was a daunting task, but they faced it with the same determination that had brought down the FarEast.

 

Karim's journey from a rebellious teenager to the leader of a successful rebellion against a tyrannical empire was a testament to the power of hope and the human spirit. His story served as a beacon of inspiration for future generations— a reminder that even in the face of oppression, individuals can spark radical change. The legacy of the Alliance lived on, a symbol of the enduring fight for freedom and justice.


The author's comments:

Ever since I read 1984 a few years back, I've felt enlightened, the narrative has stuck with me, and I feel like today's society is developing closer and closer to that dystopian world where Winston resided. Hopefully, this piece I've written will provoke feelings of thoughtfulness just as George Orwell's 1984 did to millions all across the world.


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