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Kostas Kooyman

11th Oct 2025

Mays and the Lost Memories

In a crumbling city filled with gray buildings, Mays felt sad. "I don't want to forget!" he whispered to the wind. In this place, everyone had to go through something called 'Emotional Recalibration.' It was a strange name for a scary idea! People said it helped them be happy, but Mays could not believe it. He missed his memories too much.

A crumbling metropolis with gray buildings and flickering streetlights, Mays, a quiet teenager with messy black hair and worn-out clothes, standing alone under a cloudy sky, looking sad, digital art, muted colors, somber atmosphere, high quality

One night, Mays dreamed of a girl with bright purple hair and a big smile. She was the girl the city had erased. Mays woke up feeling confused. He wanted to find her! So, he explored the shadows and discovered a secret place. A group called 'Recallers' loved memories just like him! They shared funny stories and warm feelings. A brave voice said, "Let’s remember together!" Mays knew he had to decide to fight for his memories or stay hidden in the shadows.

A nighttime scene with Mays dreaming of a girl with bright purple hair and a big smile, surrounded by floating colorful memories, stars twinkling in the night, illustration, magical realism, dreamy and whimsical, child-friendly