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"The VRMMORPG Fantasia is launching tonight, brought to you by Veil Company."
"I can't wait to play it!"
"They say it’s one of a kind, with unlimited possibilities, all controlled by a Super AI."
"It’s the first of its kind, right?"
"Yeah, and it’s supposed to perfectly mimic your body’s senses."
"It’s launching tomorrow night at 10 PM. There's just a 30-minute window for the first registration, and no word on when the next one will be."
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"I don’t know… Sounds too good to be true. Other companies have made similar claims, and they all turned out to be scams."
"Not this time. The government’s backing this one—it’s supposed to be revolutionary."
Outside, the moon bathed the villa’s intricate design in its soft glow, while countless stars twinkled brightly against the midnight sky. Inside, in a dimly lit room, a handsome young man was seated on a comfy chair, his eyes glued to his phone screen as he scrolled through comments on WhatTalk. His expression was a mix of curiosity and eagerness.
"Sounds fun. Let me order it—it should arrive tomorrow."
"Rohan! Are you still up? If you don't sleep now, you'll miss morning prayers," his mother called from down the hall.
"Okay, Ma," he replied, stifling a yawn. Within moments, the day’s excitement gave way to sleep.
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Rohan, 18 years old, was the son of Mr. Khan, one of the most successful business tycoons in the country. With every luxury at his fingertips, Rohan was careful not to take his wealth for granted. He’d just finished school and was now searching for the right college, where he’d be enrolling as a special admission student for his volleyball skills. For now, he was enjoying a well-deserved break.
Rohan lived with his family, though his sister Saira, 22, and his father often came home late—or not at all—due to their heavy workloads. Saira was learning the ropes of the family business and would soon help ease their father’s burden. Mrs. Khan, a housewife, was currently on the lookout for a suitable son-in-law for her daughter.
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The next day arrived in a blur. Rohan could hardly contain his excitement as the game company's employees arrived to set up the gaming capsule. He watched them work with growing anticipation. After the setup was complete, the workers gratefully accepted some juice to combat the summer heat before leaving.
"Looks advanced," Rohan thought as he admired the sleek, futuristic design of the gaming capsule. He stepped closer, heart pounding with excitement, and then he...
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