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Am I no better than an insect?
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2024-10-29 19:42:56Inside their room, Shantal was a little distracted by the thoughts of what Alex could be getting himself into. She never knew expected her robot to take a liking of insects. In fact, the other party eve took the initiative of bringing some of the bugs he found on the park.
"You can't expect me to let you play with those in our room."
Shantal told Alex once when she saw him placing the bugs inside a container and when Alex heard her dropped an ultimatum, his shoulders dropped on his side.
Almost at that instant, Shantal felt the need to run to him and gave him a hug. Alex, at that time, looked like a deserted puppy that badly needed some comfort. But Shantal resisted the urge and tried her best to stand her ground.
'No! This can't be happening to you, Shantal. You can't be a softie!
The small voice inside her head warned Shantal. But the robot was simply too good at what he was doing and he seemed to know his way to Shantal.
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