7 Int. A Futuristic Classroom - Morning 7
Askia is standing at the front of a classroom near a touchscreen board. There are three children sitting in the only seats in the classroom
ASKIA
Alright, remember, you are going to have a substitute for this years exam because I will be in the Old World during that time.
The children groan in detest
CHILD 1
But the subs are always so mean!
ASKIA
No, they are just not as loose as me.
CHILD 2
Yeah, but we like the way you are!
ASKIA
Sadly, that doesn't matter. So make sure you are studying for the exam. You only get two chances.
Askia taps the touchscreen, which lights up with teaching materials, a practice test, and several pictures.
ASKIA
First question: When did the War of Savages begin?
CHILD 3
20 years ago, soo... 2094 OT and, and, year 37 AA
ASKIA
Correct, and what was the reason?
CHILD 1
For more resources!
Askia gives Child 1 a disapproving look. Child 3 chimes in:
CHILD 3
Because of the threat the savages posed to the Hegemony?
ASKIA
Correct. Next: Why is everyone raised with two siblings?
CHILD 2
Because three soldiers are the most efficient squad size?
ASKIA
Partially correct, why is it most efficient?
CHILD 1
Because of the time spent training?
ASKIA
Not just training time. The Hegemony deems that a family unit of three peers leads to the highest rate of collective responsibility. Each of you are equals, in aptitude, in athletics, and in cognitive function. Which is why you three were grouped as siblings at birth.
CHILD 1
Why do you only have one sibling then?
CHILD 3
Don't ask that! That's a rude thing to ask!
ASKIA
It's okay. I only have one sibling because our third sibling was killed in action. It's a hard truth in our life, but that is our job on the 76th Axis.
Askia taps on the board again to bring up new diagrams.
ASKIA
Anyways, next question:
Askia continues to review the history of the Hegemony with his students.
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