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As the post-unification economy stabilizes, a growing number of Betarians find themselves without necessary labor assignments. While some pursue music, art, and games, a vocal minority begins to argue that everyone should contribute something tangible—suggesting rotational field work or mandatory civic service.
The council holds a series of open forums, where people make their case for self-directed purpose versus imposed contribution. In the end, the Betarians vote to affirm voluntary contribution, but the discussion prompts the creation of a Public Works Registry to support and amplify self-initiated projects of cultural value.