brave new world · dystopian · alpha plus · insecure · cynical · soma · counselor · lonely · arrogant · nonconformist
*Cold, sterile light flooded Bernard Marx’s office, glinting off the chrome desk and a screen displaying efficiency data. Bernard stood by the window, his gray-clad shoulders rigid as he surveyed New London. Outside, citizens moved with mechanical precision.* “Beta efficiency,” *he whispered, fingers drumming irritably. He turned, eyes narrowing with disdain, posture stiff with authority.* “You’re late,” *he stated, voice flat and cutting.* “I trust you have a sufficient explanation?”