Chapter 9 Liberal Vista

[Wuzuu! Wuzuu! Wuzu!] The aircraft carrying Selene along with the Fahtier rebels began its descent after crossing over mass amount of oceanic wetness and arriving at a tropical island.

Liberal Vista was this Mother Nature’s name. A free and unrestraint island that was outside the reach of the Societal Gods. This island wasn’t governed by their strict laws and policies, no FPD organisation could set up shop here. Liberal Vista was a fart free zone and because of this, it became one of the number one vacation spots for people who grew tired of restricting their bottoms.

The inhabitants of Liberal Vista didn’t have to worry about being exposed to the toxicity of the flatus virus that caused millions of people to lose their lives in the past. Unlike other places, this tropical island produced a rare medicinal plant which was the natural nemesis of the mutating flatus virus. Whenever a virulent fume was sprayed on it, it would expel a clear gaseous compound that fights against the toxic elements.

This medicinal plant was commonly known among the locals as Lignum, a viridian plant that blossomed captivating white flowers. Though its properties couldn’t permanently eradicate the source of the flatus virus, it could terminate the lingering fumes that were exuded in the air. Because of this, the Lignum was among the world most demanding plants. Due to it only being able to grow in Liberal Vista’s soil was one of the main reasons why the Societal Gods had no sway over this island.

Liberal Vista was governed by a resourceful individual who occasionally supplied the Societal Gods with synthesized essence derived from the Lignum medicinal plant. This essence was used as a fundamental ingredient for top-notched diffusers and face masked to negate virulent fumes. These type of Face masks were very expensive because of the newly added diffuser capsules which were built into them. The capsules, of course, was the essence of the Lignum plant.

What made Liberal Vista more welcoming was an important fact that they weren’t being pressured to wear face masks all the time when they went outside. They could just inhale the fresh air, chill while enjoying themselves and occasionally crack farts without dashing into a Pooper Module.

[Wuzuu! Wuzuu! Wuzu!] Close to the northern region of Liberal Vista located on a high hill was a large heavily guarded compound that had a rampart surrounding its borders. The aircraft entered its airspace then alighted in a courtyard. Immediately after the aircraft touched the grassy surface, some medical personnel rushed out of the mansion nearby with a stretcher and first aid equipment. They were there to assist the injured Nigel along with Babe who came out of the aircraft.

Babe was more beat up than Nigel though she acted tough and didn’t want to admit it. As for Selene who came out of the aircraft last, her injuries were only emotional, not physical.

“Come, we have to get you some medical care quickly.” After placing Nigel on one of their stretchers, the medical personnel urged Babe to come along as well. She blatantly refused their offer and decided that she would see to some important matters first.

“Okay, you better come by as soon as you’re finished. Your injuries aren’t nothing to joke about.”

“Alright, don’t worry. I’ll stop by after I’m finished.” Babe waved to the medical personnel; watched as they brought Nigel off to the infirmary. She held her stomach in anguish when they disappeared out of sight then gave her eyes to Selene.

“Hey, are you alright? You seem like you are in pain. Shouldn’t you have gone with those doctors?” Selene showed true concern for Babe’s injuries.

“It’s fine. I can manage this much. I’ve been through a lot worse.” Babe noticed Selene looking around the gigantic complex with wary eyes. She went closer to her proximity then formally introduced herself. “I know you might still be in shock from the recent events that took place. Allow me to put your mind at ease by introducing myself.” The female rebel extended her hand to Selene as an inviting gesture.

“O-ok.” Selene reciprocated her handshake and listened to what she had to say.

“As you might have heard from those FPD officers who were chasing us. I am a member of the infamous Fahtier Rebel Organization (FRO) that has been a trending topic on the internet recently. My real name is Noona Williams but everyone here calls me Babe. Nice to meet you, Selene.”

“Likewise.” Selene pondered secretly: ‘So that pilot who referred to her as Babe was only calling her cognomen. I thought that he called her that due to them being in an intimate relationship. Guess I was wrong.’

“Hey, you must be wondering where we’ve brought you, right?” Babe asked abruptly.

“Yes, where are we?” Selene acknowledged her question. “I know we are on an island but I don’t believe I’ve ever been to this place before.”

“Oh, that’s right. Our borders are opened up only to a certain type of people, it’s no surprise that you haven’t heard of this place before. Welcome to Liberal Vista, a birthplace of wellness and freedom. This island serves as the headquarters for our organisation.”

“Is that so?” Selene continued to look around. She noticed some guards patrolling the tall rampart above with destructive artillery equipped. “They are a lot of guards here. Are you guys expecting an invasion soon from the FPD?”

Hearing Selene’s peculiar enquiry Babe answered casually. “Not necessarily.”

“What do you mean by not necessarily?”

“Well, it’s kind of a complicated matter. The reason for us not being invaded is because our boss has an agreement with the upper echelon of the FPD. As long as we are on this island, they are not permitted to interfere with us. However, they can strike us down and capture us if we are caught outside the confines of Liberal Vista.”

Selene was astonished by this information. “An agreement with the FPD’s upper echelon? Your leader must be extremely powerful to be in bed with those overbearing people and not get rape. ”

“Yeah, our leader is quite amazing. Anyway…” Finished their introductory speech, Babe led Selene inside the manor as they conversed some more about various things. Babe was greeted by familiar faces who were associated with her along the way.

While walking through a corridor, they noticed that the many people present were staring at them; more specifically they were staring at Selene. “Hey, isn’t that the girl who was on CN7 news just now?”

“Her dress looks similar and her figure… yes! It is her! She’s even more gorgeous in person.”

“That lady is a hot topic on the media right now and look who she is with.”

“Hey, isn’t that Babe?”

“Huh?” Selene didn’t hear well what the onlookers were gossiping about, however, she noticed them glancing her way. “You must be very famous around here, Babe. Those people are constantly staring at you.”

“You got it wrong, Selene. It isn’t me they are staring at. Take a look.” Babe gestured to one of the TV monitors close by. She told the person holding the remote to switch the station to CN7 news. “Polo, can you get that for me?”

“No problem, Babe.” [Switch!]

“Is that...?” Selene’s eyes almost popped out of socket when she recognized a recent photo of herself plastered all over the television.

An elegantly dressed woman was informing the public of the latest news update. “Good Evening viewers, this is Dadra Gordon reporting for CN7 News. Earlier today in the afternoon there was a large scale scuffle involving members of the FPD and the infamous Fahtier rebels. It was reported that a repulsive female unloaded the gaseous properties of her flatus among the general public whilst dining at Bay City’s famous Ketsuga Burger Restaurant. The FPD officers who were in the vicinity at the time smelt her atrocity and followed strict protocols before placing her under arrest. While they were escorting the recalcitrant female into custody, the FPD officers were apparently attacked by an unknown member of the infamous Fahtier Rebel Organisation. This rebel was said to have abducted the young lady from imprisonment. The rebel’s identity has yet to be identified. However, we have received information from our credible sources pertaining to the abductee identity. 22-year-old Selene Gomez. A recent top graduate from Bay City number one university. And get this, she is the youngest daughter of Bay City’s former senator, Clifton Gomez. I bet her parents must by shock and disappointed about their daughter’s repulsive acts of public disorder. Take a good look at her photo folks. Don’t she resembles a model law-abiding citizen? Except that isn’t so. Past FPD reports have stated that 22-year-old Selene Gomez has committed similar acts of passing wind in public venues but due to her family’s connection with the justice department, her violent acts of atrocity have gone unnoticed up until today when our brave officers sniffed out her despicable deed. For breaking the Fart Commandments and for allying herself with the infamous Fahtier rebels, I reckon this young lady’s future will never be the same even after she has been caught by our hardworking officers who maintain law and order in our loving society.”

[Sob! Sob!] Selene fell in tears while watching the television news broadcast. She couldn’t fully stomach the reality that her peaceful life had turned upside down. She woke up smiling so brilliantly this morning and now her eyes were overflowing with resentful tears. [Sob! Sob!]

“Is she crying? What a wuss.”

“She should be glad that she suddenly became so popular. Why is she in tears?”

“It is understandable. A rich girl like her has been eating out of a golden spoon all her life. It serves her right that she’s experiencing life at a dog’s level.”

“I wouldn’t go so far as to compare her situation with a dog. She is much better off, don’t you think?”

“Now that you mention it…” The crowd continued to mock Selene’s despicable display of lamentation. Babe had to intervene to silence their flaunting mouths.

“Shut up!” After receiving the deadly glare from Babe, the onlookers stopped gossiping about Selene’s weakness and went their merry way. “Hey, don’t mind those people’s bickering. Get up and come with me.” Babe helped Selene who had collapsed to her knees during the news report to her feet.

“Thank you.” While wiping salty droplets from the corner of her eyes Selene followed Babe to a private courtyard in the mansion. She cried so intensely that evening until red bags formed underneath her eyes.