Image — Moromete Family: On The Edge Of Time

The "Edge of Time" representing the final moments before a total societal collapse.

💡 This story captures the transition period in post-WWII Romania when traditional peasant life was dismantled by the communist regime. If you’d like to explore this further, let me know: Moromete Family: On the Edge of Time image

“The boys are gone, Ilie,” Catrina’s voice drifted from inside, thin and sharp as a needle. The "Edge of Time" representing the final moments

“The boundaries haven't changed since my father’s father,” Ilie said softly. “The world has changed, old man,” the official replied. It wasn't the boisterous return of a son

Suddenly, the gate creaked. It wasn't the boisterous return of a son or the familiar gait of a neighbor coming to gossip. It was a man in a crisp, dark uniform, holding a clipboard that looked like a weapon. Moromete didn't stand. He kept whittling.

“Ilie Moromete?” the man asked, his voice devoid of the local rhythm. “We’re here for the assessment. The new collective boundaries.”

Should I focus more on as the educated son?