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Our own which was composed 2-3 three years ago. You might read it and feel delusional, but since it's the future world, no one knows, right? Plus it may not look as realistic as it should. But I think you can read it to pass the time because this story is very short. Anyway, thank you in advance for clicking in and reading.

Nakhon Mai Year 87

(B.E. 2687 according to the time of the old city)

The tall buildings are crowded together making it impossible to see the sky. Today the weather is very hot in the afternoon. I only hoped that there would be some cool breeze blowing in through the room's only window. This is government-managed housing for citizens. Due to the continuously increasing population, it is impossible to own land.

Therefore, arrangements were made to build a thirty-story building that could accommodate more than six hundred households per building. As for the area under government management, it is used for agriculture to feed the people of the country. 'Tup', a seventy-six year old man Former caretaker of the central library Walking out of his residence to go to the town square because there would be an important event this afternoon.

The atmosphere of this building is designed to feel comfortable to the eyes. And it's quite peaceful because it's a residential building for people who are retired and have no family. Some months they organize joint activities within their residences. But Tup always returns to the same place of work.

His entire head of hair became a bright color. When walking in the sunlight The skin began to dull, unlike the young people standing in this area. An old man was standing and looking at the world. The view from the bridge can see buildings as far away as the tip of your pinky finger. Amidst the golden yellow of the rice plants, But today is a special day.

What is strange is that many people are waiting to see the Prime Minister's statement on the issue of the continuing critical population growth. Or if someone needs an explanation of what happened in the 'New City', Tup can explain the origins of this problem.

2055 AD is the most prosperous period. There were many constructions. It occupies up to forty percent of the total area. With advanced medical technology Researchers have discovered drugs and cures for all diseases. Ability to make prosthetic organs for every part of the body Including methods for treating cancer. Since then, this country has been watched by foreigners from both Europe and Asia.

In the year 2600 AD, there was a flood that caused the greatest damage since recorded time. The water comes from the northern part of the country. But it drains into the sea in a small amount because of houses built across the waterway. causing damage to farmers who cultivate crops It also affected the problem of famine during that flood.

Although medicine is more advanced than other countries But a number of people died from lack of food. After the incident ended, the government transformed the entire country by focusing on creating living areas for the population. Convert most of the land to agriculture. There is a courtyard in the middle of the city. and divide the provinces and districts equally in order to provide comprehensive assistance in times of disaster. and used the name 'New Country'

Tup stood intently looking at the big screen. The country's overpopulation crisis This resulted in insufficient food and resources to meet the demand, a problem that he never thought would occur while he was still alive. At most, it's just the plot of a movie about the future. And now Tup wants to know what kind of problem can be solved.

The clock shows only a few minutes remaining. All the people will hear it together. Both of the old man's hands leaned on the handrail, his weight leaning forward. The incomprehensible chatter of tens of thousands of people. They were equally excited when the symbol of the new city appeared on the screen. drawing the attention of the crowd below

“Special announcement on the twenty-third of August. The eighty-seventh year of the new city by the Prime Minister About the first population control law Two thousand six hundred and eighty-seven Buddhist era.”

The bridge was still loud with the chatter of elderly people living in the same building and groups of farmers of various ages discussing the possibility of solving the basic problems of the New City Service Team.

'This must be the solution to the end of the problem.'

'You act like we have no choice,' the husband commented. Tup didn't want to spoil his manners by eavesdropping, but the two of them were talking too loudly.

“It is well known that our country is facing a long-standing crisis of population growth that has limited food and public utility resources. As a result, the first population control law was created and is effective from now on.”

The outcry from the people who came to listen to the announcement grew louder when they heard that the law came into effect immediately. Just like every time a law is issued for the people to follow, every version has never been drafted by the people. or announce in advance that a law is being drafted The people below waved their hands in displeasure at the large screen that was broadcasting live.

Quite a few made disrespectful gestures in public areas, showing that they were extremely dissatisfied. But for Tup, at the age of seventy-six years, It was no different from anything I'd ever seen in my entire life.

“The first point is the new city of the eighty-eighth year. People can have only one child to carry on the family lineage. Violating this is considered a serious punishment and will be punished with death for seven generations.”

A technologically developed country is taking a step back towards barbarism as the government suddenly announces the reinstatement of centuries-old punishments. Just the mention of executions like those in the past gave people goosebumps.

“Second, because medical technology is the most advanced in Asia, people's lifespans will be extended by up to one hundred and twenty years. But the new law specifies that medical treatment must be ended or discontinued only at the age of ninety years.”

The Prime Minister paused for a moment. before starting to read the next statement. Each of which seems to get progressively worse. and reduce the humanity of the people little by little, as if everyone was born to benefit the country and then died.

“Third, male and female citizens over the age of seventy-five must register in the area in which they live. and have the right to live independently for one month and then return to report to the district again To take the next step in reducing the country's population.

The third point is that those who have done good deeds for the country can cancel their registration with clear evidence.

Point three, point two Failure to report both times will be classified as obstructing security and law. must be punished with death immediately.”

The picture on the screen was turned off, leaving only a completely black background amidst the chaos of the people. Drinks, food, shoes, and anything close at hand were all thrown in the direction of the screen at random.

‘The next step in population reduction?!’

'What can it do but kill us?'

His hands trembled on both sides. Review whether this is true or not. The white hair made his face look pale and bloodless. The young people in the area looked at him with pity. It was as if he was seeing a dying person walking around. Retired elderly people and those around them are in a similar situation.

Everyone looked hopeless and discouraged by this injustice, citing a law that would kill millions of people like killing fish to make food for the monks. May you find good things.

Building connections that are open and receive wind better than other points do not make breathing easier at all. The old man felt hollow inside. Confused between disillusionment with what has been received and deep anger/anger.

Is our country accelerating its development? Solving the shallow problems of a group of thoughtless people and lacking the consent of the remaining tens of millions of people. Having studied history in libraries all my life, this is another step in managing population quality. Tup dreams of seeing the invention of alternative energy or technology to produce enough food.

The old man walked back to his room. I bowed my head and accepted the fate that would befall the lawful massacre of the elderly. As long as foreign countries are blocked from knowing about this incident, it will continue to be correct. Tup thought to himself as he walked his body back to his living room. Waiting for the day of death that has been predetermined by a group of people.

'In the past, when the old name was still used, this country was a hopeless country. But it is clear that more than a hundred years later this is still the case. A country where a few leaders can decide life and death for the rest of the people'