It felt like being thrown into the deep, dark sea.
Everywhere was pitch black, and I couldn’t see anything.
My body felt like it was drifting helplessly through the deep sea.
Then, at some point, I felt as though someone had pulled me up sharply, bringing me quickly to the surface.
My senses slowly returned, and I could feel my body more clearly.
My previously hazy mind also began to clear.
“O”
Maybe it was because I had cried until the power went out, but I felt a headache and nausea, like I had motion sickness.
Struggling to suppress a groan, I slowly opened my eyes, and the first thing I saw was my master’s face.
“Are you feeling better?”
At my master’s question, I cautiously moved my body.
It felt light and smooth as if I had just woken up from a good rest.
But, perhaps because I had cried too much, my throat was hoarse, and when I opened my mouth, a strained voice came out.
“I think I’m feeling better…”
Blinking my dry eyes, I looked around.
This wasn’t the lab.
The room was neatly organized, with a large, soft bed and clothes I didn’t remember putting on.
I must have made it home…
I sighed softly in relief.
I slowly closed my eyes and began to recall old memories one by one: the warm golden hair… the refreshing blue eyes… the gentle hands that had always patted me lovingly.
Fortunately, all my memories of my previous master were still intact.
I patted my chest in relief.
It seemed that my new master had honored my request not to tamper with my memories.
I carefully got up, feeling lighter, and asked:
“Is this your room, master?”
“Yes.”
Just as I thought.
The room was neat, but the scattered papers on the desk and the various traces around the room made it clear that this was my master’s space.
I quietly looked around the room and turned my gaze to the window.
The sky had darkened.
It seemed it was already night.
“Master…”
After hesitating for a moment, I spoke.
The moment I had begged my master with tears flooding back, tightening my chest.
“Thank you for granting my request…”
My master didn’t answer.
I stayed silent for a while and then spoke again in a small voice.
“I will try my best to be of help to you. I’ll try to remember everything you wish for as much as I can.”
My master remained silent.
The room became quiet again.
I turned my gaze to the bright moon outside the window.
The first night in a distant future without my master.
I felt an odd sense of loneliness and fear.
This was my master’s room, so I should sleep alone outside, right?
But I wasn’t sure I could sleep alone in this large house.
I was a little scared that I might run into a faceless robot in the dark corridor, and I didn’t want to spend the night alone in a strange space.
I sat on the bed, fiddling with my fingers, and mustered the courage to ask carefully:
“Master, could we sleep together just tonight?”
“…Alright.”
After a long silence, my master finally answered.
After seeing me cry like a fool in the lab, I had asked hesitantly, half in resignation, and yet the permission came surprisingly easily.
My face brightened at the unexpected permission.
In my happiness, I smiled, and I felt my master’s gaze on me.
Realizing it late, I quickly composed myself, and my master let out a small laugh.
I stole a glance at him, and my master stood up.
“Go ahead and sleep. I’ll go take a shower.”
My master said this and turned off the light before heading to the bathroom.
Soon, I could hear the faint sound of water.
I pulled the blanket toward me and lay down.
As I stared at the dark ceiling, I reflected on my master’s words and actions.
Despite his cold and indifferent exterior, it seemed that my new master wasn’t a bad person.
I pulled the blanket up and slowly closed my eyes.
In this unfamiliar future, I hoped I could make it through the first night safely.
The next morning, when I opened my eyes, I was alone in bed.
Though there were traces of my master having been there, the blanket had been neatly arranged, meaning he had gotten up first.
I looked around and went downstairs.
There, I saw my master sitting on the sofa, looking down at a tablet.
“Did you wake up?”
“Yes….”
“Come here.”
My master gestured.
I quickly approached and sat quietly beside them.
However, my master, who had called me, continued to gaze at the tablet, not even looking at me.
Feeling a bit hurt, I turned my head and looked around.
The sunlight pouring through the large window filled the living room, and the faint aroma of coffee tickled my nose.
The fresh morning air made my body feel even more refreshed.
Although many years had passed, the peace brought by the morning was still the same.
I smiled happily, savoring the leisurely time.
It wasn’t until some time later that my master put down the tablet in their hand.
“Sophia.”
“Yes, William.”
At my master’s call, Sophia appeared quietly without a sound.
Startled by her sudden appearance, I quickly turned around to where the voice had come from.
Her face was still pale and smooth, her expression unreadable.
Upon seeing her, I instantly tensed and froze.
Unconsciously swallowing my saliva, I saw my master smirk and say:
“Prepare something for Didi to wear.”
“Understood.”
Sophia responded quietly and disappeared somewhere.
After she completely disappeared, I asked my master:
“Are we going out?”
“Yes. I can’t keep you in those old clothes forever.”
“Ah, right….”
I fiddled with my pajamas with my fingertips.
The faded, worn-out pajamas.
They were the only item with memories of the past with my master, but as my master said, the traces of time were clearly visible.
I guess I can’t wear these anymore….
As I absentmindedly fiddled with the hem of my pajamas, Sophia returned with neatly folded clothes.
The clothes seemed to have been tailored to fit my body, but they still felt loose.
The waistband didn’t slip down, and the pants didn’t drag on the ground, but the fit was so large and roomy that it felt like I was wearing someone else’s clothes, making me feel awkward.
My master looked me over from head to toe after I changed and nodded.
“This should be fine for now. Let’s go.”
With my master’s permission, I followed them outside.
The place we headed to today was completely different from the company we visited yesterday.
The streets were covered in colorful neon signs and sparkling lights, and the information pouring in from every direction made my head spin.
I was too busy absorbing the new environment, looking around in awe.
Our destination was a department store.
As we entered, I heard the greeting of an employee welcoming my master.
“Good day, Mr. Spencer.”
“I’d like to look at some clothes.”
“Would you prefer the usual brand?”
“No, today it’s for her.”
When my master pointed to me, the employee’s gaze shifted toward me.
In an instant, a sharp glance scanned me from head to toe
A chill ran down my spine, and I tensed, but the employee had already returned their gaze to my master.
The employee calmly smiled and said:
“Understood. I’ll take you to the usual place.”
The employee led us to the waiting area and asked us to wait for a moment before leaving.
Once the employee left, I leaned back against the plush sofa.
As I casually glanced around, my gaze stopped at a dessert tray on the table.
Scones, cookies, small cakes, and macarons.
All the sweet treats I liked were neatly arranged.
The subtle sweetness in the air made my mouth water, and suddenly, I became very hungry.
Now that I think about it, I hadn’t eaten anything in a while….
What was the last thing I ate before the power went out?
I tried to recall, but it didn’t come to me easily.
I suddenly realized how long it had been since the power had been off.
As soon as I became aware of this, hunger hit me sharply.
The macarons on the tray caught my eye.
I carefully pointed to a macaron and asked my master:
“Can I eat this, master?”
“A macaron?”
“Yes….”
“Can a robot eat something like this….? Well, do as you wish.”
With my master’s permission, I bit into a crimson macaron.
The crispy surface crumbled gently, and the sweet cream and tangy raspberry jam spread across my mouth.
I closed my eyes in happiness as I savored it, and before long, the macaron melted away in my mouth.
It was a sensation I hadn’t felt in a long time.
The sweetness spreading from my tongue felt like a new experience.
Was eating something like this so enjoyable?
Having quickly devoured one macaron, I reached for another.
I was so focused on eating the macarons that I didn’t notice when my master spoke.
“Is it that delicious? Let me have one.”
My master’s voice suddenly interrupted.
I looked up instinctively, but it was too late.
My master lightly took the macaron from my hand and popped it into their mouth without hesitation.
I stared at my empty hand in surprise and then checked the plate.
It was the last one.
Premium Chapter
Login to buy access to this Chapter.