Summary
A Futuristic Dystopian Thriller: The Fate of Yuma Miryoku
Highlights
The government in this futuristic setting actively 'breeds' individuals for specific physical and mental traits, assigning spouses in early childhood to ensure desired offspring. Homosexual or non-straight individuals are subjected to torture or therapy to become 'normal' due to 'population bloating,' a term for those deemed unnecessary for societal function or unwilling to reproduce; failure to conform leads to execution after schooling. The government is also developing semi-biological children by selecting genes, aiming to eventually eliminate the need for spouse selection while still producing perfect offspring.
Yuma Miryoku is the government's first successful attempt at choosing offspring genes, making her 'perfect' and leading to her high school being named after her. Her non-biological mother created her, while her friend North was an earlier, less successful prototype. Yuma and North grew up together, their mothers being best friends, and they are secretly assigned as spouses. Yuma discovers she is destined to die on her 18th birthday, unaware of the 'how' or 'why'.
The government plans to transfer Yuma's consciousness to a 'better' body and needs an excuse for her death before her 18th birthday. The day before her scheduled death, Yuma and North discover they are assigned to be married. North confesses his long-standing love for her. Yuma, falling for him, decides to expose the government's truth to the country, as she is set to die anyway. However, she is killed just before she can reveal the truth, with North witnessing her death.
Yuma Miryoku is an outgoing, bubbly, observant, and athletic 16-year-old with a core trait of charm. Born on February 14, 2128, she was created by her mother through genetic alteration. Her early life was marked by her non-biological father's growing insecurity and eventual sexual abuse, which led to his removal from the family. This trauma contributed to a lifelong struggle with her sexual desires, leading her to seek pleasure and suppress her urges. She is 5'0" tall, 110 lbs, with an hourglass figure, blonde hair with white highlights, and blue eyes. She enjoys romance, makeup, fashion, music, and volleyball, with her favorite song being 'Revived' by Derivakat and her favorite color being white, often wearing revealing or tight pink and white clothing.
North Hoshi is an introverted, athletic, observant, and smart 17-year-old, born on October 31, 2127, with a core trait of reason. He is 6'0" tall, 150 lbs, with a rectangle body type, brunette hair with black highlights, and brown eyes. His interests include books, music, track/field, cooking, and interior decoration. His favorite song is 'The Reckless And The Brave' by ATL, and his favorite color is black. He dresses casually in V-necks and jeans, favoring earthy colors like dark grey, brown, and green.