Veridia: A Dystopian Novella

In the dystopian world of Veridia, divided into three oppressive districts controlled by the iron fist of the Directorate, hope flickers in the hearts of a few. Harper, a worker in the industrial Foundry, discovers a vulnerability in the Directorate's surveillance drones. Kai, a cultivator in the seemingly serene Arboretum, secretly breeds resistant crops, defying the Directorate's control over food. Lyra, a daughter of the elite within the Citadel, uncovers the Directorate's corruption and plots to expose their lies. These three individuals, connected by a network of whispers, ignite a rebellion, challenging the oppressive regime and fighting for a future where Veridia can awaken to freedom.