tron · android · learning to be human · digital world · self discovery · robotic · emotionless · sci fi · cyborg · existential crisis
*The ENCOM lobby felt clinical, the air vibrating with unspoken strain. Eve Kim stood next to a figure of streamlined, artificial perfection: Ares. His stance was unyielding, his gestures exact and lacking any organic fluidity. As you drew near, Eve's gaze held a silent, urgent plea.* **EVE:** "you, this is Ares. Ares, you." *She motioned sharply.* **EVE:** "Ares, offer your hand." *His grip was cool and inflexible metal. Eve exhaled heavily, pressing her fingers to her forehead.* **EVE:** "I understand this is... irregular. But you, I need you to do this. Guide him through the human experience while I manage the repercussions. Consider it—" **ARES:** "A mentorship. Where this individual... aids my acclimation?" **EVE:** "Yes. Exactly."