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The Girl and the Window

Sometimes the Grass is Greener

By T. Austin BasilePublished 3 years ago 5 min read
The Girl and the Window
Photo by Ed Vázquez on Unsplash

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 city, and the only thing she knew of the world beyond the walls was what she had seen on the screens in the public squares.

The screens showed images of a world that was once beautiful and thriving, but now it was a barren wasteland, ravaged by war and environmental disasters. The government had sealed off the city, claiming that it was the last safe place on earth.

But she knew that wasn't true. She had seen the truth through the window in his room. He was a rebel, a member of a group that sought to expose the lies of the government and bring down the regime.

She had always been content to live in ignorance, but seeing the outside world through the window had sparked a fire inside of her. She couldn't go back to living in the dark, not now that she had seen the light.

She made the decision to join the rebels, to fight for the freedom of her people. And as she stepped out into the world beyond the walls, she knew that it wouldn't be easy. But she was ready to face whatever dangers lay ahead, because she had finally found her purpose.

As she made her way through the streets of the city, she couldn't shake the feeling that she was being watched. She knew that the government had spies everywhere, and she couldn't risk being caught before she even had a chance to make a difference.

She quickened her pace, her heart pounding in her chest. She had never been outside of the city before, and everything was so unfamiliar. The air was fresh and clean, and the sky was a deep blue that she had never seen before.

She had to keep moving, she told herself. She couldn't afford to get caught. But as she rounded a corner, she collided with a group of government soldiers.

She froze, her mind racing as she tried to come up with a plan. But before she could do anything, a hand clamped down on her shoulder.

"Where do you think you're going?" a gruff voice demanded.

She turned to see the rebel leader, the one she had seen through the window in his room. He had a determined look in his eyes, and she knew that he would never let her be taken by the government.

"I'm coming with you," she said, her voice steady despite the fear that gripped her.

He nodded, and together they made their way through the city, evading the government soldiers at every turn. As they reached the outskirts of the city, she saw the truth of the outside world for the first time.

It was a harsh and unforgiving place, but it was also a place of hope. And as she stood there, looking out at the endless horizon, she knew that she had made the right choice. She was ready to fight for the freedom of her people, no matter what the cost.

As they journeyed through the wasteland, the rebel leader, whose name was Jack, taught her everything he knew about the outside world. She learned about the different factions that fought for control of the land, the dangers that lurked in the shadows, and the ways in which the government had lied to the people of the city.

She also learned about the rebels, a group of like-minded individuals who were fighting to bring down the regime and bring freedom to the people. They were a small group, but they were determined and fierce, and she was proud to be a part of their cause.

As they traveled, they encountered many challenges, but they also made new allies. They met other rebels who had been fighting for years, and she was inspired by their dedication and bravery.

Despite the dangers that they faced, she never gave up hope. She knew that what they were doing was important, and that their actions would one day make a difference.

And then, one day, they received word that the government was planning a major attack. The rebels knew that they had to act fast, and they came up with a plan to take down the regime once and for all.

The battle was fierce, and many of their comrades fell. But in the end, they emerged victorious. The government was defeated, and the people of the city were finally free.

As she stood on the rubble of the former regime, she couldn't believe what they had accomplished. She had gone from being a timid young woman to a fierce warrior, and she knew that she had Jack to thank for it.

Together, they led the people of the city out into the world, ready to rebuild and create a new future. And as she gazed out at the endless horizon, she knew that anything was possible.

As they set out to rebuild their world, the people of the city faced many challenges. The land was scarred and barren, and resources were scarce. But they were determined to make a new life for themselves, and they worked tirelessly to restore the land and build a new society.

Jack and the other rebels became leaders, working to ensure that the people were treated fairly and that their rights were protected. And as they worked together to create a brighter future, they were united in their goal of creating a world that was free from the tyranny of the past.

She, too, played a role in the rebuilding effort. She had learned many skills during their journey, and she put them to use in helping to rebuild the city. She worked alongside the other rebels, planting gardens, building homes, and doing whatever was necessary to help the people thrive.

As the years passed, the city began to flourish once more. The land was restored to its former beauty, and the people were happy and free. And as she looked out at the world that they had created, she knew that they had truly achieved something special.

She knew that the journey had been difficult, and that they had all faced many challenges. But in the end, it had all been worth it, because they had built a world that was better than the one they had inherited.

And as she stood there, looking out at the world that they had created, she knew that anything was possible. The future was bright, and she was ready to face whatever came next.

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About the Creator

T. Austin Basile

Lover of Chipotle, my wife and my three animals. And yes, in that order.

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