The Void Outside
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Last published Fri, Sep 15, 2023
Equality is the perfect place, with perfect people, perfect pictures, and perfect actions.
The Void is a dreadful, destructive place, as is told by the Council. The Void is dangerous. The Void is the furthest thing from perfect.
One mistake can end their life; one mistake can end perfection. But everyone makes mistakes.
And everyone wants to know what's in the Void.
**This is only a first draft. World building and character development needs more work. Names of locations and organizations will change. I know it's basic right now.
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