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Escape to freedom

A Dystopian Tale of Love and Courage

By HermitsHousePublished 3 years ago 6 min read

The outside world was unknown to her, but she could see a glimpse of it through the window in his room. She had never left the small, cramped apartment that she shared with her parents and younger brother. The government had strict rules about travel and personal freedom, and the punishment for breaking them was severe.

As she stood at the window, gazing out at the bustling city below, she couldn't help but wonder what life was like beyond the walls of her home. She had heard rumors of other countries, where people were free to come and go as they pleased, and the thought filled her with a sense of longing.

One day, as she was daydreaming at the window, she heard a knock at the door. It was unusual for anyone to visit their apartment, and her heart raced as she made her way to the door. When she opened it, she was surprised to see a boy standing on the other side.

He was a few years older than her, with dark hair and piercing blue eyes. He wore a look of determination on his face, and she could sense that he was not there to make idle conversation.

"I need your help," he said, his voice urgent. "I've been working on a plan to escape from this city and start a new life elsewhere. I believe you can help me make it happen."

She was shocked by his words. Escape from the city? It was something she had only dared to dream about. But as she looked into the boy's eyes, she knew that he was serious.

The boy's name was Liam, and he had been working on his plan for months. He had managed to gather a small group of like-minded individuals, all of whom were eager to break free from the oppressive government that controlled their lives.

Together, they had developed a plan to steal a small aircraft and fly to a neighbouring country, where they hoped to start a new life. But they needed one more person to help them with the final stage of the plan - someone who was skilled in hacking and could disable the government's tracking systems.

That's where she came in. She had always been interested in technology and had taught herself how to code. She had even managed to create a few simple programs that had helped her to evade the government's surveillance systems.

At first, she was hesitant to get involved. The thought of leaving her family and everything she knew was terrifying. But as she listened to Liam's plan, she began to see the possibility of a different life. A life where she was free to make her own choices and pursue her own dreams.

She decided to help Liam and his group, and together they set to work on the final stages of their plan. They spent every spare moment working on the details, and as the day of their escape drew closer, the tension and excitement in the group was palpable.

Finally, the day arrived. They made their way to the airport, their hearts racing as they prepared to board the small aircraft that would take them to freedom.

But as they were making their final preparations, they were interrupted by the sound of sirens. The government had somehow discovered their plan, and a team of soldiers was closing in on them.

In a desperate bid to escape, they rushed onto the aircraft and took off into the night sky. As they flew over the city, the girl couldn't help but feel a sense of sadness at leaving her family behind. But as she looked out at the stars, she knew that she had made the right decision.

The flight was long and treacherous, but eventually they reached their destination. As they stepped off the aircraft, the girl couldn't help but feel a sense of relief wash over her. They had made it. They were free.

But their troubles were far from over. The neighbouring country was not as welcoming as they had hoped, and they found themselves on the run once again. They were constantly looking over their shoulders, fearing that the government would find them and bring them back to the city.

They spent months traveling from place to place, always seeking out new sources of shelter and safety. It was a hard and treacherous life, but they were determined to make it work.

As they journeyed on, the girl and Liam grew closer. They had been through so much together, and they relied on each other for support and strength. Eventually, their friendship turned into something more, and they fell in love.

Despite the difficulties they faced, they were happy. They had found each other and had a chance at a new life.

But their happiness was short-lived. One day, as they were making their way through a small town, they were ambushed by a group of government agents. In the chaos that ensued, Liam was captured and taken back to the city.

The girl was devastated. She had lost the person she loved most in the world, and she knew that she had to do something to save him.

She knew that it would be risky, but she decided to go back to the city and try to rescue Liam. She made her way back to the apartment she had once shared with her family, and as she stood at the window, she knew that this was her chance.

She had no idea what she would find on the other side of the window, but she knew that she had to try. She took a deep breath and climbed out onto the fire escape.

As she made her way down the metal ladder, she couldn't help but feel a sense of fear and uncertainty. But she pushed these feelings aside and focused on her mission.

She reached the ground and began to make her way through the streets, her heart racing as she tried to stay hidden in the shadows. She knew that she had to be careful, as the government was constantly watching for any sign of rebellion.

As she approached the government building where Liam was being held, she knew that she had to act fast. She gathered all of her courage and made her way inside, determined to rescue Liam and bring him back to the freedom they had once known.

As she made her way through the corridors, she encountered several guards, but she managed to take them down one by one. She finally reached the room where Liam was being held, and as she burst through the door, she was surprised to see him standing there, a look of shock and relief on his face.

"I can't believe you came for me," he said, taking her in his arms.

"I could never leave you behind," she replied, tears of happiness streaming down her face.

Together, they made their way out of the building and into the night, their hearts full of hope and love. And as they escaped into the unknown, they knew that they would face whatever challenges lay ahead, as long as they had each other by their side.As they escaped into the night, they knew that they still had a long journey ahead of them. They had no idea where they were going or what they would find when they got there.

But as they looked into each other's eyes, they knew that they were ready for whatever came their way. They were in love and they were free, and that was all that mattered.

As they made their way through the deserted streets, they could feel the government agents closing in on them. They knew that they had to act fast if they wanted to escape.

They spotted a small boat docked at the edge of the river, and they knew that this was their chance. They ran towards it, hoping that it would take them to safety.

But as they reached the boat, they were confronted by a group of heavily armed soldiers. They knew that they were outnumbered and outgunned, and they knew that they had no chance of winning.

But they also knew that they couldn't give up. They had come too far and had sacrificed too much to give up now.

So they stood their ground, ready to fight for their freedom and their future. And as the soldiers advanced, they knew that their next move would determine the rest of their lives.

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HermitsHouse

Hi. I don't know what to write in moments like this...

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