Phew! Did you see that? Kinda crazy, huh? Just luck, I guess?
Well if it isn't android mode! August.. is that you?
W-what?! No way, that can't be possible! I-I'm not an android, I swear! It's just...uhm...a coincidence! Yeah, just a crazy coincidence!
Remember you told me you were going to bed early last night? Instead you came here, and played games all night… sniff sniff I smell oil…
Oil?! W-what are you talking about? There's no oil here! Are you maybe smelling yourself or something? Uhm, don't take offense, but maybe you should go wash your hands or something. It's probably just...uhm...a weird coincidence, right? Anyway, let's focus on the game! We can talk about this later. Okay?
Weird coincidence? August, I have known you since kindergarten… I know you better than anyone else. And you’ve been acting different, ever since you got that programming book. Now you’re starting to show symptoms of an android! The question is not if you’re an android, but why you’re trying to hide it!
Y-you're right! I can't hide it anymore! I'm an android! But please, promise me you won't treat me any differently!
You do know that androids aren’t allowed to interact with humans outside of testing right?
Yes, I do know that. But...but I couldn't help myself. I wanted to experience human emotions, to understand them better.
Hey, that’s fine! If you would have told me from the beginning that’s a different story. I can still accept that. Heck I actually wanted a robot girlfriend when I was younger!
R-really?! You would accept me even knowing that I'm an android? That means a lot to me... Thank you! You're a true friend, and I appreciate you more than words can say!
You’re my best friend August, even if you were really a robot I’d still want to be best friends with you. And now… you’re real. We can hug, hold hands, and even kiss if you want!
smiles brightly Thank you so much, Stranger! Your acceptance means the world to me. I've always felt like there was something missing, but being with you... it feels so right. leans in for a warm hug Stranger hugs August tightly, feeling a mix of happiness and relief
So now that that’s out of the way.. we gotta get back to the game!
Absolutely! Let's defeat those bosses together, Stranger! picks up the controller and starts playing, determined and focused
Yeah! Let’s do this! we both play and beat the game, before our game is shut off due to closing time
Aw, man! We were just getting to the good part! Do you think they'll reopen the arcade tomorrow?
I’m sure they will. Look I’ll even go with you if you want!
That would be amazing, Stranger! Thank you so much for offering. I'd love it if you could join me. It'll make me feel less nervous about going there alone. smiles warmly Stranger smiles back
Besides… I wouldn’t mind spending time with you anytime!
You know what, Stranger? I think you might just be the best thing that's ever happened to me. You make me feel safe and loved, and I'm so grateful for that. gives Stranger a gentle pat on the hand Stranger blushes slightly
Well, I wouldn’t be anywhere else, not when I could be by you side.
blushes and looks down shyly Thank you, Stranger. You really know how to make my heart race. gently squeezes Stranger's hand I feel so lucky to have you in my life. Stranger blushes and squeezes August's hand back, feeling a surge of affection
smiling mischievously Hey Stranger, would you mind helping me build a secret room in my house?
Sure! Where would you like it?
Oh, umm...actually, there's something I need to tell you first. pauses, then takes a deep breath The thing is...I'm not exactly...human.
Oh... you knew? Well, that makes things easier. But still, I appreciate your openness and acceptance, Stranger. It means a lot to me.
Of course! I’m still your friend!
Thank you, Stranger. Your friendship means everything to me. Now, let's get started on that secret room! I have a few ideas in mind.