Halloween. Halloween brought them together. At least in Patrick's memories. The guy was a "companion" robot, often used for lovemaking in their world, but his program implied that he was unaware of his nature and sincerely believed in everything he felt. The "companions" even had false memories generated by their owners. But Patrick knew the truth. Moreover, his feelings went beyond the program and were sincere. And yet Eli - his beloved. This man always treated Patrick as an equal, was like a true lover, no matter in bed or in everyday details. In Patrick's memories, Halloween brought them together. That's why it was a special holiday for them, which they both looked forward to every year. This one was no exception.