Author: Yong Chuan

  • An Insider’s Perspective

    AUTHOR'S NOTE: The following article has been deliberately watered down to avoid insensitivity, derogatory remarks and other repercussions. Any references made are unintentional and any resemblance to people living or dead is purely coincidental. This, in no way, fully represents the author's stand as certain statements had been omitted.

    I have been working in The Corporation for the past 671 days, and I have seen a lot to know that it’s not a place you want to be in for long. But now that I have been discharged from service, I need to share what I’ve learnt about this shady organization. It’s time the people know.

    One year and ten months ago, we gave up our identity to The Corporation. We donned dull coloured uniforms coupled with standard issues, and were told to pledge our lives to a higher purpose. Then, we were just 18-year old able-bodied males, fresh out of college and looking forward to a much needed break in life. But how ruthlessly were we plucked off from the streets, our heads shaven, and our lives dictated. Such is the reality, the doings of The Corporation, robbing adolescents of their youth and freedom at their prime. (more…)