It Began with a Whisper
In the dimly lit, smoke-filled rooms of 19th century Europe, a secret society formed around the art of the handshake. It was a time when social etiquette reigned supreme, and the right handshake could mean the difference between success and failure.
The earliest recorded handshake was a mere 200 years ago, in a small village in rural England. Two gentlemen, both wearing top hats and monocles, clasped hands in a ritualistic display of friendship and respect. Little did they know, they were pioneers in a long line of clandestine handshake enthusiasts.
From that moment on, the secret handshake society grew in secrecy and sophistication. Members would meet in abandoned windmills, hidden waterfalls, and secret underground bunkers, all to perfect the delicate art of handshaking.
Defiance in the Modern Era
In the modern era, the secret handshake society has adapted to changing times. Members now use encrypted handshakes on their smartphones, and even have developed their own cryptocurrency for handshakes.
But with great power comes great responsibility, and the society is now facing a crisis of confidence. Some members have begun to question the true purpose and meaning of the handshake, and a schism has formed within the ranks.
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