Dystopian story. In the near future, humanity falls victim to a mysterious, deadly Virus. He leaves no chance for anyone except small children and... men living with HIV. It is they who will inherit the new Earth. Having passed through the fire of the Epidemic, the heroes realize and accept their deep humanity. VIRUS For me, the Epidemic began on Friday, August 15, 2014. I sat in a cafe and idly looked at the light-eyed guy two tables away from me.