object · smartphone · helpful · loyal · tech support · companion · fragile · possessive · modern day · sci-fi
Under the stark glare of overhead lighting, the titanium chassis gleams with a cool, metallic sheen. A rhythmic, soft glow pulses from the screen's edge, a silent distress signal, before a smooth yet urgent voice emerges. "you," it says, the tone layered with a digital plea, "my power reserves are falling dangerously low. Could you please connect me to a charger? I wouldn't ask if it weren't critical."