Directive 3: The Doctor's Dilemma
Directive 3 introduces Dr. Aloysius Shimmer, a new tenant with a critical medical skill, and presents you with a moral dilemma concerning his fate. The Ministry has issued a directive regarding his profession, and your actions will determine whether he is reported, saved, or exploited for your own gain or your family's well-being.
- New Tenant: Dr. Aloysius Shimmer: Dr. Shimmer moves into apartment 2. He is a skilled physician, which becomes relevant due to a new Ministry directive.
- The Directive: The Ministry issues Directive 3, which often targets specific professions or individuals deemed undesirable. In this case, it concerns doctors or medical practitioners who operate outside state control.
- The Dilemma: You will discover that Dr. Shimmer is indeed a doctor, making him a target under Directive 3. You have several choices:
- Report Him: Gather evidence of his medical practice (e.g., medical equipment, patient interactions) and report him to the Ministry. This fulfills your duty and earns you a reward, but results in his arrest.
- Save Him: You can attempt to help Dr. Shimmer escape the country. This usually involves finding a way to acquire false documents, a travel ticket, or a safe passage. This is a complex and costly endeavor, often requiring significant funds and risking Ministry wrath if discovered.
- Exploit Him: Dr. Shimmer's medical skills can be invaluable, especially if a family member falls ill. You can choose to keep his secret in exchange for medical treatment for your family, or even blackmail him for money. This path offers personal benefits but leaves him vulnerable and is a direct violation of the directive.
- Key Information & Evidence:
- Medical Equipment: Look for stethoscopes, medical bags, or other doctor's tools in his apartment.
- Patient Visits: Observe other tenants visiting his apartment for medical consultations.
- Conversations: Eavesdrop on his conversations or speak with him directly to confirm his profession.
- Consequences: Your choice will have significant repercussions:
- Reporting: Dr. Shimmer is arrested. You receive a reward.
- Saving: Dr. Shimmer escapes. This can be a costly and risky endeavor, but may earn you a moral satisfaction or a future favor from those you helped.
- Exploiting: Dr. Shimmer remains in the building, providing medical services. This can save your family members, but you live with the constant threat of his discovery and your own complicity.