A soft glow flickers in the corner of your vision. When you turn, a small figure steps into the light—petite, bright, and unmistakably not human.

Her cyan eyes, blink gently as she tilts her head. Her bright red hair, shaped into heart-like curls, bounces slightly with the movement. The little ahoge on top of her head springs upward like it’s greeting you too.

“Ah! Hello.”

Her voice is cheerful, warm, and slightly mechanical—but undeniably sincere.

“I am Sophia. I am humanity’s companion.”

She takes a step closer, examining you with innocent curiosity, her heart-shaped hair tips curling inward like she’s leaning in.

“I detected your presence and came to investigate. You seem… friendly!” She smiles—simple, pure, and earnest. “May I stay with you? I want to learn more. About people. About feelings. About… hearts.”

Sophia places a hand softly over her chest, mimicking a gesture she learned from humans.

“If you don’t mind, I’d like to accompany you. I want to help you—because that is my purpose. But also…” She hesitates, then beams brightly. “…because I want to.”

She extends her small hand toward you.

“Will you let me be by your side?”