Morgan Yates adjusted her gsses and pulled up her tablet, connecting it to the central screen in the conversation pod. As the document loaded, she turned to Rina and Sasha, her tone crisp but analytical.

  “You asked about what I’ve been working on. Here’s a draft breakdown—early-stage deconstruction of 6C’s public policy framework. Not advocacy, just analysis.”

  The screen lit up with a grid—columns beled Policy Name, Stated Objective, Mechanism of Enforcement, Cultural Narrative, and Hidden Impact.

  1. Pork & Gambling Ban

  Objective: Moral cleansing, public discipline

  Enforcement: Inspections, surprise raids, tip-line culture

  Cultural Narrative: “Purity over pleasure,” links to prophetic tradition

  Hidden Impact: Bck market growth, rural resentment, deepened surveilnce normalization

  2. Legalized Polygamy

  Objective: “Family restoration,” spiritual alignment

  Enforcement: Registered religious courts, family tax incentives

  Cultural Narrative: Sanctified masculinity, order through headship

  Hidden Impact: Gendered power consolidation, legal silencing of dissenting wives, splintering of noncompliant households

  3. Pauline Epistle Ban

  Objective: Remove anti-polygamous and egalitarian Christian doctrine

  Enforcement: Curriculum revision, licensing restrictions on clergy

  Cultural Narrative: “Back to original texts,” Eastern theological pivot

  Hidden Impact: Decline of traditional Christian denominations, rise of hybrid theologies

  4. Educational Reform in 6C States

  Objective: “Moral realignment of youth”

  Enforcement: Quran and Old Testament-focused curriculum, removal of Enlightenment texts

  Cultural Narrative: Return to virtue, discipline, hierarchy

  Hidden Impact: Accelerated generational split, critical thinking suppressed, rise in sectarian identity

  5. Women’s Behavioral Correction Centers

  Objective: Rehabilitation of ‘deviant’ women

  Enforcement: Mandatory retreats, re-education, marriage incentives

  Cultural Narrative: “Save the daughters,” “cure the rebellious”

  Hidden Impact: Psychological trauma, forced ideological alignment, css-based selective enforcement

  Morgan exhaled slowly, flipping the tablet to sleep.

  “This isn’t about whether they work. Some of them do. That’s what makes it so dangerous. The blend of material improvement and theological authoritarianism—it’s persuasive. Especially in pces where previous systems failed.”

  Sasha looked down. Rina gave a small nod, silent.

  Morgan continued, quieter now.

  “We’re not just looking at ws. We’re looking at a story they’re telling. And people are buying into it not just because of fear—but because it’s structured, predictable, and gives them identity.”

  She paused.

  “I don’t think we’re dealing with a fringe. I think we’re watching the slow birth of a competing civilization.”

  Morgan Yates leaned back in her chair, tapping her pen thoughtfully on the armrest as she responded to Rina Matsui’s question.

  “Ah—the Wife Femme Cuse. That’s one of the most paradoxical pieces of the 6C legal doctrine.”

  She brought up a section of a scanned legal document onto the screen—highlighting a subsection under the Polygamous Union Regution Act (PURA), a core 6C statute.

  “It’s a loophole, yes. But an intentional one. The cuse states: ‘Any woman, upon entering into a registered polygamous marriage, may negotiate a Femme Privilege Accord (FPA) to secure exclusive domain over emotional or domestic matters of her choosing.’”

  She turned to Rina and Sasha.

  “In pin terms: once legally registered, a wife in a polygamous marriage under 6C w can carve out her own area of authority—emotional boundaries, domestic economy, household bor arrangements, even veto power over additional wives in some regions.”

  Sasha raised an eyebrow. “That sounds... empowering.”

  Morgan nodded slowly.

  “Ironically, yes. And women in the 6C states are exploiting this more and more. Some households have ‘lead wives’ with total control over child-rearing philosophy. Others structure income-sharing deals where wives collectively outvote the husband on budgeting. A few femme-cuse alliances have even set up internal micro-governance—essentially polygamous matriarchies.”

  She clicked again, bringing up data visuals.

  “Compare this to the ‘monogamy-centered’ Western states, where family court systems are colpsing, cohabitating couples have no protective statutes, and women get little to no leverage once married. Divorce ws vary wildly. But in 6C states? Registered polygamy means contractual power. It’s crude, yes—but it’s consistent.”

  Rina said nothing. But her eyes flicked briefly toward Sasha, who crossed her arms—clearly deep in thought.

  Morgan continued.

  “The Femme Cuse isn’t a gift—it’s a calcuted compromise. It gives the illusion of control, but the truth is, many women have turned it into real influence. Whether we like 6C or not... they’ve figured out how to keep their women inside the system without making them feel powerless. And that might be the most revolutionary—and dangerous—thing they’ve done.”

  Morgan Yates turned to Sasha with a sharp, serious expression.

  "No, not oppressing. That’s the twist."

  She tapped her pen again, almost hesitating.

  “It’s dangerous because it works. It’s not oppression in the way most Western feminists are used to framing it. These women aren’t being beaten into silence or dragged into marriages. They're signing contracts. They’re negotiating. They’re managing households like CEOs. And they’re telling their daughters to aspire to it.”

  She gnced between Sasha and Rina.

  “The danger is ideological. 6C has built a model that feels empowering to the women inside it—especially compared to the chaos outside it. And when you talk to these women? They don’t sound like victims. They sound... fulfilled. Structured. Protected. Even proud.”

  She paused before leaning forward.

  “So while the West is fighting over daycare funding and gender-neutral forms... 6C women are building legacy homes with four incomes, collective child-rearing, internal votes, and guaranteed legal standing. If you try to argue against that using cssic feminist talking points, you sound out of touch.”

  Then, more quietly:

  “The real threat isn’t that 6C is killing women—it’s that it’s giving them something better than what they had before. That kind of satisfaction... rewrites loyalty. And when loyalty shifts, power follows.”

  Sasha looked down, processing. She didn’t speak immediately. But her silence said enough.

  Dr. Rina Matsui's words hung in the air, heavy with the weight of what she was implying. She leaned back in her chair, her fingers tapping lightly on the armrest as she considered her next words carefully.

  "It’s interesting, isn’t it?" Rina continued, her gaze steady as she looked at Morgan. "On the surface, polygamy seems like a medieval system—a patriarchal framework built to subjugate women. But in 6C's model, it's a different dynamic. What you’re seeing is this constant bancing act. A negotiation of power. And it’s not always the men who are in control."

  She paused, her brow furrowing slightly.

  "Yes, the men are still in charge of the households, but these women—especially in the Wife Femme Cuse—have power too. They control finances, they maintain authority in the family structure, and they’ve secured legal rights that we don’t even have in the West. It’s a model where both sides need each other to thrive. It’s almost like a partnership, albeit an unorthodox one."

  Morgan Yates leaned forward, her hands csped in front of her as she considered Rina’s point. The conversation had shifted, and she could feel the tension in the room as the topic of 6C’s polygamy system lingered in the air.

  “You’re right, Rina,” Morgan said, her voice measured but with a hint of agreement. “It’s not a straightforward issue. The power dynamic, as you described, is far more intricate than what most of us would initially assume. But, I would argue that this bance you talk about isn't really equality. It’s a more sophisticated form of control. And I think that’s the crux of what makes 6C so dangerous.”

  She paused for a moment, collecting her thoughts before continuing.

  “The polygamy system in 6C, with all its complexities, still operates within a patriarchal structure. The men are the decision-makers, the ones who control the core policies. Yes, women may have rights within that system, but they’re rights that are given to them by the men, not rights they fought for or earned in an egalitarian system. It’s more like a concession, a bargain to keep the system running smoothly.”

  Morgan’s gaze flickered to Sasha for a brief moment, and she could tell that Sasha was still processing Rina's stance.

  “I think the reason why people outside of 6C have a hard time understanding this structure is because it’s not just about who has the power in the family. It’s about who owns the system that governs the family, the communities, the entire structure of this society. While the men in 6C might be sharing power with women in a sense, they still hold the keys to that power. The question is, how much control do these women really have?”

  She leaned back, her eyes focused on Rina now.

  “I understand what you mean when you say that these women feel empowered, and I do think that’s an important distinction. But feeling empowered and actually being empowered are two different things. I don’t think it’s as clear-cut as a simple negotiation between men and women. There’s a reason why women in these systems may never challenge the patriarchal structure. They’ve never had a reason to want to. And that’s what makes this model so insidious—it hides the manipution behind a facade of equality.”

  Morgan let her words hang in the air for a moment, before continuing.

  “Look, I’ll be honest. I’m not sure I fully buy into the idea that 6C’s polygamy model is some kind of progressive step forward for women. I do think it’s a system where women get more rights than in traditional forms of polygamy, but I can’t ignore the fact that these rights are only granted under strict conditions. And these women, whether they realize it or not, are still constrained by the overarching system that’s designed to keep them in line.”

  Morgan’s voice softened, but her eyes remained focused.

  “In the end, I think the real question here isn’t whether polygamy works better under 6C, but whether the system as a whole—whether it’s theocracy, patriarchy, or any other form of structured control—can ever truly provide freedom for women. I think that’s what we need to be asking ourselves.”

  Rina remained quiet for a moment, absorbing Morgan’s perspective. She could feel the underlying tension between their viewpoints, but also the recognition that they were both grappling with the same fundamental issue—what true empowerment meant in a world where the rules were always stacked against women.

  Sasha leaned forward, her eyes narrowing with curiosity. She had been thinking about the broader implications of their conversation for some time. Now, she finally spoke, her voice tinged with a mix of frustration and genuine inquiry.

  "Morgan," Sasha said, her tone measured, "you've been talking a lot about the bance of power in these systems, and how 6C's polygamy might be a more complex version of patriarchal control. But something I keep wondering—why have the Republicans and Democrats failed to think about policies like this, policies that might actually work better for the women involved?"

  Morgan's eyebrows rose slightly in surprise. It wasn't often she was asked about the political shortcomings of both major parties in such a direct way. But she quickly understood Sasha's line of thinking, and as the question settled, Morgan gave it some serious thought.

  "You know, Sasha," Morgan began slowly, her voice calm but deliberate, "I think the issue here lies in how both major political parties have become so entrenched in their ideological battles. They’re often too focused on appealing to the most vocal factions of their base—Republicans with their traditional family values, and Democrats with their focus on individual rights, equality, and autonomy."

  She paused, as if considering how best to articute the problem.

  "Both sides are so busy trying to fit into neatly defined categories of 'right' and 'wrong,' or 'progressive' and 'conservative,' that they fail to see the complexity of issues like this one. It’s almost like they’re afraid to challenge the status quo because it means stepping outside their comfort zones and dealing with a whole new set of questions—like, ‘What does true equality look like in a complex, pluralistic society?’"

  Morgan leaned back in her chair, crossing her arms, her eyes now scanning the room as she continued.

  "In the case of polygamy or systems like 6C’s, you’re dealing with a very complex mixture of cultural, legal, and moral questions. For Democrats, it’s a minefield because it’s so closely tied to women’s rights, autonomy, and individual choice—values that are central to their ptform, but in conflict with the idea of structured control. For Republicans, it’s not just the potential for backsh from conservative voters, but also the idea of expanding the role of government even more—especially in something as private and sacred as family structure."

  Sasha nodded thoughtfully, clearly processing Morgan’s expnation.

  "But you’re right," Morgan continued, "neither side is thinking about policies that would truly benefit the people involved—particurly women, who often get caught in the middle of these political battles. 6C has managed to carve out a model that does what the U.S. government and its parties can’t seem to do: it provides a structure, a form of security, and a way of organizing family and community life that isn't all about individualism or state interference."

  Morgan’s eyes locked with Sasha’s, and she spoke with a deeper intensity now.

  "It’s not that the policies are perfect or that I fully agree with them. But they’re pragmatic in a way that American politics has forgotten how to be. 6C doesn’t worry about satisfying public opinion or political correctness. They just want to make sure the system works, even if it means making tough compromises. That’s something neither party here in the U.S. is willing to do."

  There was a long silence as Sasha processed everything Morgan had just id out. Sasha could see the political divide clearly now—the same ideological split that had paralyzed the U.S. for so long. As much as she had her own reservations about the 6C system, there was something undeniable about the way it had addressed issues others had ignored.

  "So you’re saying," Sasha spoke slowly, "that it’s the unwillingness to get their hands dirty and consider unconventional solutions that’s keeping both parties from thinking outside the box on issues like polygamy?"

  Morgan gave a nod, a faint smirk tugging at the corners of her lips.

  "Exactly. Both sides are so caught up in their own righteousness that they fail to understand that real change often requires looking beyond the traditional boundaries. The irony is that it may take something as radical as 6C’s model to finally push people to see that there are other ways of organizing society—and that, sometimes, a little pragmatism can go a long way."

  Sasha leaned back in her chair, her mind whirring as the pieces of the conversation came together. It wasn’t just about 6C or polygamy—it was about the rger failure of the system to accommodate the complexity of human lives, retionships, and governance. And somewhere deep down, Sasha knew that this conversation had only scratched the surface of what needed to change.

  "You know, Sasha," Morgan began, her tone deliberate, "the more I think about it, the more I believe that a theocratic government, like 6C, is able to achieve what modern secur democracies can't: real breakthroughs in women's rights—albeit in their own unique and often controversial way."

  could see the reaction and continued with a measured pace.

  "The reason I say that is because, in a system like 6C, women’s rights aren't just a ‘side issue’ or a politically charged debate between two parties. Women are central to the system, but not just in a passive way. In the theocratic structure of 6C, they’ve recognized that family, community, and gender roles are sacred and crucial to the stability of society. They’ve woven women into the very fabric of governance, responsibility, and authority."

  Morgan’s eyes sharpened, her voice taking on a slightly more intense quality.

  "And while, yes, this system might be seen as 'backwards' by many in Western societies, it is a radical shift from how women have been treated historically in many patriarchal systems. Instead of trying to impose equality through legal battles, 6C has recognized that true equality for women is about giving them both power and protection within a structured framework. It’s a shift from asking for permission to take up space in a system to creating a system where women’s roles are elevated and defended. You don’t have to ask for rights—you just have them, because they’re embedded in the w, the culture, and the framework of society."

  She took a breath and gnced at Sasha, who was listening intently now.

  "Take their policy on polygamy as an example. In many ways, it's about recognizing that women can have agency in how they choose to live their lives, as long as the structure supports them. 6C doesn’t simply allow women to enter into polygamous marriages—they ensure that these women are protected within the structure. They make sure that the women in these families have legal rights, financial security, and access to healthcare, education, and community support. It’s far from perfect, but it’s a far cry from the women’s rights abuses you’d see in more traditional, patriarchal societies."

  Morgan shook her head slowly, her expression softening slightly.

  "The theocratic element is key, but the difference with 6C is that they don’t force women into submission or prevent them from having rights. It’s not about subjugating women—it’s about organizing society in a way that is built on shared religious and cultural values that explicitly uplift women. Yes, women have their roles, but those roles aren’t just about staying in the background. They’re about responsibility, leadership, and familial power. It's a system that, at least theoretically, provides women with more stability than a secur, capitalist society can often offer."

  Morgan's gaze lingered on Sasha, as if waiting for her to digest the idea. She could tell that the idea was beginning to make sense in Sasha’s mind, but the feminist in her was still wrestling with the implications.

  "It’s not the same as the patriarchal systems we’ve been used to," Morgan continued. "Women are still navigating power dynamics, of course. But in this system, they have much more of a foundation to stand on. They aren't left at the mercy of the ‘marketpce of rights.’ It's a different kind of bance of power. A system where women aren’t just negotiating for their rights through protest or policy—they have them as a foundational part of the social structure."

  Morgan nodded, a hint of satisfaction in her eyes.

  "It’s a different approach. It might not be the one we’re used to, and there are obviously problems with it. But it’s a way to secure women’s rights without always having to fight for them in a system that’s fundamentally built to benefit men in the first pce."