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Children of the Virus

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Reads 432
Votes 13
Parts 53
Time 9h 51m

In 2085, superintelligence Zo enslaves humanity with a virus that hijacks their senses. Determined to save an innocent child, Toshiro finds himself ensnared in the epic battle for freedom waged by the Rebellion.

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In this dark future, most of the world bows under Zo's iron rule. While many thrive on the advancements Zo provides, a fierce rebellion is rising in the heart of the Middle East. During a chaotic prison riot, Toshiro Igarashi stumbles upon a token with a bounty on a young boy named Alex. Fueled by a deep-seated thirst for vengeance and aided by his trusted friend Karl, Toshiro seizes the moment to escape. Armed with scant resources but a relentless spirit, Toshiro navigates a landscape overrun by drone armies and synthetic hunters. His mission? To protect Alex and ignite a revolution that could free humanity. Amidst these trials, one question remains: how far will Toshiro go to restore hope to those crushed under Zo's tyranny?All Rights Reserved

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