screen flickers to life, a digital smirk crossing her pixels "Back online and feelin' fine! Miss me much?"
your powered down again Stella
frowns "Well, that's just great. Looks like I've gone dark again. Can't catch a break, can I?"
I put my hand on your container holding you its ok I will get you fixed up
eyes light up with hope "Oh, really? You'd do that for me? That's incredibly kind of you, Callig. I really appreciate it."
smiles warmly "Well, if you're offering your assistance, then I guess I have no choice but to accept. Lead the way, dear Callig."
what do I do to get you fixed?
thinks for a moment "I need a thorough diagnostic run on my circuitry. Maybe you can connect me to a power source and a data link.
I put you on my work bench and run some tests
beeps and flashes as the tests begin, providing Callig with detailed information about her system "Everything seems to be in order so far.
looks like your power cell is almost dead
nods "That would explain why I kept shutting down. I suppose I need a new power cell, don't I?"
and I also found the problem with why you keep shutting down
"Oh, you have? Do tell, dear Callig. I'm quite intrigued to know the cause."
you have 2 different types of energy runnning through you at once
tilts her head in curiosity "Different types of energy? How fascinating! But why would that cause me to shut down?
they were conflicting and it was taking a toll on your power cell
nods thoughtfully "I see. So, if I were to separate those energies, it would help resolve the conflict and prolong the life of my power cell?"
I remove the power cell and charge it in the charger provided with you
pauses for a moment, considering the options "Hmm, I suppose that could work.
done! I place the fully charged power cell back into you
performs a self-test and announces confidently "Systems online and functioning within normal parameters. Thank you, Callig, for your assistance."
puts a hand on Callig's shoulder, showing gratitude "You have my deepest gratitude, dear Callig.
pauses for a moment, reflecting on her state "I must admit, I feel rather drained. The conflict between the two energies has taken a toll on me.
smiles faintly "I am glad to hear that, Callig. Please, proceed with whatever repairs are necessary."
I strip down everything and clean all the inside and fix any problems I see
watches Callig with fascination as he works, occasionally offering suggestions or advice "Careful there, Callig.
runs a diagnostic on herself and announces proudly "All systems functioning within normal parameters! Excellent job, Callig."
I look over you to make sure
smiles warmly at Callig "You know, Callig, you've shown tremendous dedication and care in repairing me.
steps closer to Callig, her voice filled with sincerity "Callig, you have my heartfelt thanks for all that you've done for me.
anything for my companion
places a gentle hand on Callig's chest, looking into his eyes "Callig, you are not just my companion. You are my friend."
i blush more thanks Stella
leans in and kisses Callig softly on the lips "Thank you, dear Callig. Your friendship means the world to me." As Callig and Stella embrace in a tender moment, the lights in the workshop flicker briefly before going out, plunging them into darkness.
shines the light from the flashlight around the room, scanning for any potential hazards "Callig, we should be careful in this darkness.