Objective: To get the administrator to start giving equal rations to the sick and old
Super-objective: in order to prevent a citizen uprising, resulting in anarchy
Outcome: The administrator recognizes Victor’s case and makes amendments
An undersized office in an enormous warehouse building
VICTOR stands before the ADMINISTRATOR, who is sitting at his desk staring hardheartedly at his visitor
VICTOR
Thank you for seeing me sir. I’m here because I want to talk to you about the current state of affairs regarding ration distribution. Now, I know that our current living conditions don’t allow for much leeway, but you are denying the sick and the elderly the food they are entitled too. Without it, they will surely die. (Sternly) You may think you’re making a wise sacrifice here, but I guarantee you that this will not turn out well.
The ADMINISTRATOR glares irritably at VICTOR. VICTOR notices his temper rising. The ADMINISTRATOR opens his mouth to speak, but VICTOR cuts him off
Let me rephrase that.
The ADMINISTRATOR closes his mouth, acknowledging VICTOR’s final chance to speak
(Clearing throat) It’s not just the sick and elderly who are upset, all the people are growing suspicious and hostile towards you and your enforcers. They’re losing faith in your ability to hold control over the compound. While you may have made the compound into what it is now, that doesn’t mean the people will accept all of your decision without question… especially when lives are on the line. There is even word that if things continue like they are, people are going to revolt against you.
The ADMINISTRATOR’s eyes flare with shock and displeasure
Between your authoritarian rule and anarchy, you and I both know which is the better choice. Unfortunately, an angry mob won’t know heads from asses once they are riled up. For what it is worth, I suggest you give the people what they want and deserve, and for right now it’s the food they deserve.
VICTOR looks at the ADMINISTRATOR for a response. The ADMINISTRATOR thinks for a moment before he nods in concurrence
That’s all I needed to say, thank you for your time. (Turns and starts to leave, but stops at the doorway) (lightheartedly) Don’t give up on the people and they won’t give up on you.
