Sacral Cycle
CH 01 – Scientific Dissident (Part 02)
“As Mother Korwa said, they are considered noble because the Solus Empire glorifies them. Then ...” The male disciple took a deep breath. A little puffed up the chest, then in a loud voice asked, “Why should they be glorified? Is it because the Ark Messiah that we glorify is Pure Man, or is it just a parliamentary conspiracy to maintain their power?”
“There are many opinions discussing the glory of Pure Man ..” Korwa lifted the microphone again, turned to face the projector screen and changed the presentation page. While showing illustrations of the subject they discussed, he firmly continued, “Some groups consider it a conspiracy, while others remain glorifying. But all of that is just an opinion. We don't really know why Pure Man should be glorified until now.”
“Not really know, yes ...” The disciple sat back down, bowing his face disappointed and pensive. As a male of the Turtur race, he had quite a high curiosity. Although it sometimes deviates from the teachings of the Altair of Science. “Honey once, whereas I hope to get the answer in this class,” mumbled softly.
“However, unfortunately Mother does not agree with their idea!” Korwa has not finished answering. He enlarged the image of Pure Man on the head, then pointed to the audience while continuing to convey, “Something that makes them noble is not the lineage or history of leadership, but intelligence and adaptability!”
“Intelligence and adaptability?” The disciple from the Turtur race again raised his face, then stood up and stared excitedly. Although he came from the tribe of Al-Miah Moa who was famous for being wise, he could not reach such a conclusion. “Why is that so, Ms Korwa? Isn't our race, Halv, superior to theirs?” tanyanya.
“That's right, we are far superior to Pure Humans ...” Korwa did not argue. Back to the audience, he clearly conveyed, “Our adaptability is superior to theirs. In terms of intelligence, the Oracle was able to surpass them! So, why should we glorify Pure Man?”
“It ...” The male student was confused, looked away doubtfully and replied, “We really shouldn't glorify them?”
“A interesting opinion! However, unfortunately that's not the answer I want!” Korwa laughed a little, threw a warm smile and went on to explain, “They should indeed be glorified, but on a very different aspect! Not history or lineage, but something more fundamental like existence ..”
The statement made all the audience confused, even some of the teachers who took the big class were surprised. Started questioning Korwa's ability as a teacher, then sneered at her in a soft voice.
“She's gone crazy, her answer starts to bounce.”
“It's true, not logical. Why carry the existence of all?”
“Tch! If you can't answer, just say it! No need big head ...”
“Do you know the reason why our ancestors implemented genetic manipulation?” As if not paying any heed to their scorn, Korwa continued her statement. He walked to the end of the stage, then looked at the audience and delivered, “The genetic engineering implementation was done to improve our adaptation skills!”
“I know that too! You think we're stupid?!” A teacher who was supervising a large class started to ride. He hit the wall, then walked down the stairs and went up to the presentation stage. “Your words don't make sense! Get off! The Academy is a place to study, not imagine!” snarled with a loud voice.
“This is not imagination, but rather a powerful speculation that is very logical.” Korwa is undaunted. While staring back, the purple hair woman continued to say, “If indeed our ancestors applied the manipulation of evolution to improve the ability of adaptation, why the existence of Pure Man still exists today?”
“Eh?” The teacher of the Piscium race gasped. He briefly looked away, then lowered his gaze and replied, “Of course because they are glorified, protected by the Solus Empire. What else is the reason?”
“Empire does glorify Pure Man, not protect. Even ....” Korwa sharpened her gaze, then walked over and added, “They protect us with knowledge and trust. You should understand that, ‘kan?”
“La-Lantas! Why do you doubt their glory?” The teacher did not back down. He began to glare, then pointed up close and continued to affirm, “It is clearly prohibited by the teachings of Altair Almiah and Imperial Policy!”
“I do not doubt the glory of Pure Man, but question the way you guys glorify them ..” Korwa shook her head, then climbed onto the podium and returned to face the audience. After returning the microphone to the stick, the purple hair woman loudly straightened, “They are noble because of the abilities they have, not because of the bloodline or the history of leadership!”
“O-Omong empty!” The protesting teacher was immediately angry. But he can't argue anymore. Without being able to refute the opinion, he immediately got off the stage and left the classroom. “You must have gone mad for daring to defy the Imperial Policy!” he slammed the door.
“Basic colot ...” Korwa let out a long sigh, then showed a sad expression. It was as if he was feeling sorry for the teacher. Back to the audience, the purple hair woman immediately offered, “Alright! Let's continue this class! We still have two hours left before the break! Anyone want to ask?”
As a teacher, Korwa continued the class with an open mind. He accepted the negative arguments of the participants, listened to them carefully, and then straightened out with answers from very different perceptions.
Not bound by the idea of the Solus Empire or the belief of the Altair of Science, purely from the perception of individuals free from doctrine. Answering their questions openly and logically, without fear of the great factions that rule over the Almah Solar System.
After the presentation was finished, a long discussion immediately filled the class. Arguing with their teachers, expressing opinions freely without fear of pressure. As long as it was reasonable and not disseminated outside the academy, they were given the right to argue as freely as possible.
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The lunch break bell rang, marking the end of a large class and disbanding participants who were busy arguing. They flocked from the classroom and went to the cafeteria, while still talking about the materials that Korwa had presented. Discuss independently even if the lesson is finished.
“The class was really interesting, I was amazed ...” A man approached him with good intentions, he was Korwa's teacher and colleague at the academy. “How about we have lunch together? There are many things I want to talk about with Miss Korwa,” take her in a relaxed tone, slightly widening a smile and teasing.
The man was from the tribe of Al-Miah Nor, a race of Marinus Rapax. It has some genetic markings of predatory fish such as pointed teeth, and vertically shaped pupils.
Bright blue hair is typical of the Sean people, while the exotic brown skin is characteristic of Marinus Rapax as a warrior, and emerald green eyes are a derivative of his father. Despite looking very young, the man has lived for more than five decades.
In addition, it also has a stocky stature and is slightly taller than Korwa. He looked like a young Marine.
“Hmm? Mr Shamar asked me out, huh?” Korwa replied to the joke casually, threw a sweet smile and said, “I don't mind, as long as you treat. Where do you want to eat?”
“Dating? You are this ..!” Shamar flinched, slightly frowned and sighed. As a newly married man, the joke sounded a little scary. Especially if it reaches his wife's ears. “Please do not talk like that, later Irina can be angry ...”
“Ah, sorry. I seem to be overreacting. You guys just got married last week, huh?” Korwa grinned, puffing her chest slightly and sniffing roughly. “How was your first night? Smoothly?” ask him with the intention of being angry.
“You are! Want me to jotos, huh?” Shamar clenched his hands, then frowned slightly and prepared to hit the woman. “Seriously, deh! Please don't joke like that! Even though we've known her for a long time, Irina is jealous! If he hears—!”
“Sound what?” The woman they were talking about suddenly appeared, having stood behind Shamar while hearing half the conversation. “Oh, sweetheart. What are you talking about with Korwa? You didn't ask her out again, ‘kan?”
“Eh?!” Shamar slowly turned his head, he trembled in fear until his face paled slightly. “No, really! I just wanted to ask him to talk about the presentation material earlier ..”.
Irina is no stranger to Korwa, they were once close friends while still in college. Even both of them had lived one roof, rented the same apartment and shared rooms during their education.
Although once familiar like family, there are many problems that make them hostile to each other. One of them is men's affairs, especially about romance.
Irina Irama is the youngest child of the Tribe Elder Al-Miah Hua, a Piscium with a pure pedigree. It has long, straight, shiny blue hair, and appears slightly greenish when exposed to light.
In addition, Irina also has pale skin and scales in some places, fish fin-shaped ears, and golden yellow eyes. A sign that he is from a pure lineage, has not been mixed with genetic elements from other races.
Despite being from a prominent class, Irina tends to avoid political affairs and prefers to pursue psychological education. Therefore, he lost the family inheritance and ended up being a teacher at the academy.
After being independent and separated from the family's social status, Irina was without a doubt immediately married to Shamar. The figure of a man who had a long relationship with him.
“You eat together, Ina? Your husband took me, here!” After storing the files and Data Cube into a tote bag, Korwa immediately walked up to him. At first glance lowered my eyebrows and looked flat, then threw a wry smile as I said, “Do I need to give you a wedding gift? Ah, that's right too! You guys aren't having a wedding, are you? I don't know where to put the card ...”
“Thank you, but don't need!” Irina frowned at a glance, started to grit her teeth and glared. She immediately grabbed her husband's hand, then pulled him away from Korwa. “We don't need that kind of thing. Even though there is a wedding party, we will not invite such a shitty person like you!”
“OK! Coincidentally this week I was bokek!” Korwa showed an unconcerned expression, briefly turning her eyes away and sighing fretfully. “I go first, yes! After this there is still a meeting with the Principal!” he walked past them.
“Not lunch first?” Shamar's a little worried. He took a step and intended to reach for the woman's shoulder, but stopped and just said, “Please don't push yourself! I know this is crucial time for careers—!”
“Sham ...” Korwa came to a halt, then turned her head and gave a sharp look. While pointing at them, the purple-haired woman resentfully asserted, “Urus is your own business! Isn't your problem still a lot?”
“What is your attitude?” Irina was immediately upset, she immediately approached the woman and yelled, “We are worried about you, you know! Lately you've been overtime, anyway! Rarely go home to apartment—!”
“Ah, I've moved since last week ..” Korwa threw a wry smile. For a moment holding his breath, he tried to hide the fear and anxiety that were mixed in his heart. “Isn't it not quiet living close to your husband's ex-lover? I feel uncomfortable, so move ...”
“Korwa, you ...” Shamar. Although he no longer has feelings of romance with the woman, but the words still make him feel guilty. “Sorry. I didn't mean to discourage you with us.”
“Well, why even apologize? You will be bitten by a piranha fish next to you, loh!” Korwa stopped pointing, then laughed lightly and reminded, “You just take care of your wife first, then solve your problems. If it's settled then we talk well. Your marriage is not done yet, is it? New list in Dukcapil, ‘kan?”
“Nyelekit really when you say ...” Irina could only be stunned. He momentarily shook his head, then immediately pointed at him and replied, “You too! Find a partner quickly! Don't stay single!”
“Be-Whispering!” Korwa could not reply. He immediately turned around, then walked away from the room and said, “Already, yes! May you both last and be happy.”
Korwa wanted to congratulate him honestly. However, his self-esteem made him unable to convey that well. Choose to be kinky and rude, without the initiative to take steps to improve the relationship.
He once fell in love, yearning for romance and family warmth. However, the wishful thinking was immediately dashed when he heard his best friend also loved the same man. Giving up before doing something, harboring feelings and choosing to retreat. Being a big-mouthed coward to protect his fragile heart.
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