Examination Day [v0.1.3.1] Apr 2026

The Government Educational Service building was a monolith of gray concrete and tinted glass. Inside, the air smelled of ozone and clinical disinfectant. Dickie was ushered into a small, windowless room containing only a desk, a chair, and a microphone.

The sun didn't just rise on June 15th; it loomed. For twelve-year-old Dickie Jordan, it was the most significant morning of his life—the day of the Government Intelligence Exam. The Preparation

"Yes," his father whispered, standing so abruptly his chair screeched against the floor. Examination Day [v0.1.3.1]

The silence returned, heavier than before. There were no sirens, no dramatic arrests. Just the cold, mathematical reality of a world that prized conformity over brilliance.

"As per the Government Regulation Act of 2104, intelligence levels exceeding the 140-point threshold are classified as a threat to national stability and social cohesion. We regret to inform you that your son’s classification requires immediate... termination." The screen went black. The Aftermath The Government Educational Service building was a monolith

A brief, suffocating moment of hope flickered in Amy’s eyes before the official continued.

After the exam, the silence in the Jordan home was deafening. They sat in the living room, the television off, waiting for the official notification. In this world, the Government didn't make you wait weeks for results. Efficiency was their hallmark. The sun didn't just rise on June 15th; it loomed

"It's just a test, Dickie," his father said, his voice a flat monotone that fooled no one. "Just answer the questions naturally. Don't overthink."