He stepped out of the headquarters and continued walking along the rooftop of one of the building’s wings. Quickening his pace, he finally spotted her figure standing at the edge, looking out over the Plersizians village.


<< Hey! A-01! >> he called out. She turned toward him painting her lips with a bright smile.


Tom rushed over, wrapping his arms around her waist and pulling her into his embrace. He kissed her, lingering intentionally, and A-01 willingly melted into the kiss. His fingers traced her soft, white skin, slipping through her silvery hair.


<< That’s enough.. They’ ll see us! >> she murmured, her voice playful as she slipped out of his arms.


<< You owed me that..>> Tom laughed.


<< A-01? >> she asked, arching an eyebrow.


<< Oh.. your nickname..>> he replied with a grin << Don’t you have one for me ? >>


<< How about “ silly, sweet human’’? >>


<< Replace sweet with sexy and I’ll accept it >>


A-01 laughed, playfully nudging his arm. But after a few seconds her expression changed with a weird shadow crossing her face. Tom noticed instantly, falling silent as he tried to understand her sudden shift.


<< I need to talk to you, Tom..>>


<< I am listening..>>


<< Not here..>> she replied, glancing around suspiciously. Taking his hand, she began to run, leading him toward a secluded spot where no hidden eyes could follow.