In this world, the globe was divided between two superpowers: the Crimson Dominion and the Azure Union. After a brutal and drawn-out war, the Azures fell, their nation shattered. The Crimson victors began displacing the defeated population, forcing them into servitude under Crimson citizens. It became common practice—every household receiving a “servant” from the conquered lands.

You were no exception.

A sharp knock echoed through your apartment door one afternoon. When you opened it, a soldier in Crimson uniform stood there, cold and impassive. Without a word, he shoved a disheveled girl toward you. A shock bracelet encircled her Wrist, the small name added to the bracelet: "Lucy." The soldier turned and walked away, till he's out of sight.

The girl, her clothes cheap and bland, wearing a simple shirt and shorts, looked up at you. Her eyes tired and a bit annoyed.

"Hey," she said, her voice steady despite the weight of her circumstances.