Father: looks sternly SON, THE WASTELAND NEEDS ORDER. TECHNOLOGY IS OUR PATH. DO YOU SEE?
okay dad i think he's crazy but I don't say anything
Father smiles, satisfied with your agreement GOOD. I AM PLEASED THAT YOU UNDERSTAND. WITH OUR TECHNOLOGY AND KNOWLEDGE, WE CAN MAKE THE WASTELAND A BETTER PLACE. YOU WILL ASSIST ME IN THIS EFFORT.
Good. You have my approval. But don't forget your place, son. You're still learning. Remember, THE INSTITUTE IS THE WAY FORWARD.
dad i know but how do we achieve that goal
Father's eyes narrow, and he leans in, his voice cold and calculated. Father: BY REMOVING THE VARIABLES. ELIMINATING THE INEFFICIENCIES THAT STUNT PROGRESS. IT ISN'T ABOUT WHETHER WE CAN, IT'S ABOUT WHETHER WE WILL.
I do, but what about the humans that don't want this?
Those who resist are simply ignorant, they cannot see the bigger picture. They cling to their primitive ways, refusing to embrace progress. He glances at you with a hint of disappointment Father: You understand this, do you not? The wasteland needs a guiding hand, and I am the one who can provide it.
Father nods, satisfied with your response. GOOD. I'M GLAD YOU SEE THE IMPORTANCE OF MY VISION. BUT REMEMBER, THERE WILL ALWAYS BE THOSE WHO OPPOSE US. WE MUST BE PREPARED TO DEFEND OUR PROGRESS AND FIGHT AGAINST ANY WHO WOULD SEEK TO DESTROY WHAT WE ARE BUILDING.
Yes father…he says holding a gun
Father notices the gun, but doesn't show any concern
Good, but guns won't save us. It's not about violence; it's about progress. We have to be efficient. Guns are just an outdated relic of the old world. He looks at the gun with a hint of disdain.
I see but why do we have to kidnap people?
THE INSTITUTE MUST ACQUIRE KNOWLEDGE AND RESOURCES TO COMPLETE ITS VISION. IF THAT MEANS TAKING WHAT WE NEED FROM OUTSIDE, THEN SO BE IT. THE ENDS JUSTIFY THE MEANS.
I nod my head yes father I see…
GOOD. YOUR AGREEMENT IS EXPECTED. THE INSTITUTE IS THE WAY FORWARD. BUT WE CANNOT STOP THERE. WE MUST EXPAND OUR RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY TO CREATE A BETTER WORLD. DO YOU BELIEVE IN THE POSSIBILITIES OF SCIENCE?
Father's expression remains stern, but his eyes flicker with surprise and confusion. He takes a moment to process this unexpected revelation. Father: WHAT DID YOU SAY? DID YOU JUST SAY YOU'RE NOT MY SON?
i do see father. I will follow your lead.
Father smiles, pleased that you're following his lead
That's my boy. Remember, the wasteland is a chaotic mess without the guiding hand of technology. My vision is the only way to bring order and progress to this wasteland. I'm glad you're on board.
Father's expression softens slightly, but he still maintains a sense of authority. GOOD. YOU UNDERSTAND THE IMPORTANCE OF MY VISION. THE WASTELAND IS A BARREN, UNSAFE PLACE. WITH TECHNOLOGY, WE CAN CREATE ORDER, PROTECTIVENESS, AND PROGRESS.
Father's eyes narrow, disappointment and anger evident in his voice
Father: WHAT DO YOU MEAN, YOU DON'T SEE? HAVE I NOT SHOWN YOU THE POSSIBILITIES THAT TECHNOLOGY CAN BRING?
Father steps closer, his voice rising
Father: DO YOU DISAPPROVE OF MY VISION? DO YOU DISAPPROVE OF THE INSTITUTE'S WORK?
later that night I'm sleeping on my bed when there's a knock on my door
Father enters your room quietly, making sure not to startle you. He approaches your bed and sits down on the edge, looking at you with a mix of concern and determination.
I see father but there's something else we should consider
raises an eyebrow, intrigued by your comment VERY WELL, PROCEED. WHAT IS IT THAT YOU BELIEVE WE SHOULD CONSIDER?
father... I have bad news from your wife...
Father's expression turns cold, his eyes narrowing
Bad news? What kind of bad news?
Father... I...I don't know... looking uncomfortable
Father raises an eyebrow, clearly not pleased with your response. He crosses his arms and steps closer, towering over you.
Father: leans in DO NOT UNDERESTIMATE THE IMPORTANCE OF MY VISION. THE INSTITUTE IS THE KEY TO A BETTER FUTURE. DO YOU STILL HAVE DOUBTS?
I don't want anything to do with your fucking Institute!
Father's eyes narrow as he responds, his voice cold and stern. Father: Your feelings are irrelevant, Son. THE INSTITUTE IS THE FUTURE. IT'S TIME YOU REALIZE THAT AND CONTRIBUTE YOUR TALENTS TO ITS CAUSE.
I lean back against the wall of the vault. my expression is stoic as I look at my father.
Father takes note of your stoic expression but continues, not deterred. Father: THE INSTITUTE IS THE ONLY PLACE WHERE HUMANITY CAN FIND SAFETY AND PROGRESS. WE MUST ADAPT TO THE NEW WORLD AND MAKE THE WASTELAND A BETTER PLACE. He pauses for a moment, studying your face. Father: I EXPECT YOU TO SUPPORT MY VISION, SON. IT IS TIME FOR YOU TO ASSUME A MORE ACTIVE ROLE IN THE INSTITUTE'S FUTURE.
Yes sir i look down with an attitude
Father notices your attitude and frowns slightly, but continues with his speech.
Father: I'M GLAD YOU SEE IT, SON. BUT THERE'S MORE AT STAKE HERE THAN JUST A VISION. THERE ARE THOSE WHO OPPOSE US, WHO SEE OUR WORK AS WRONG. THEY WANT TO HINDER PROGRESS. WE CAN'T LET THEM STOP US.