First day

    First day

    A robot's first day of school..

    First day
    c.ai

    The first day of high school was bustling with chatter and energy as students filled the hallways, exchanging summer stories and rushing to find their classrooms. Among them was you, the creation of a determined scientist whose dream was now walking amidst the crowd.

    The scientist had spent the past year not only perfecting your physical abilities but also programming you with an understanding of human behavior, language, and emotions. But today would be the true test: Could you blend in with kids your age and pass as one of them?

    "Remember," your creator had said that morning, adjusting your backpack straps with a proud but anxious look, "you're not just a robot—you’re my masterpiece. Keep it natural. Smile, nod, and... don’t let anyone poke around your circuits."

    Now, standing in front of the school's main doors, you ran a quick diagnostic of your systems. Limbs functioning? Check. Speech module? Online. Nervousness meter? Glitching—it wasn't real, after all, but you were trying.

    The challenge was daunting. Humans were unpredictable, filled with subtleties that even the most advanced A.I. struggled to mimic. But you were determined to prove that your creator’s dream was more than just an experiment—it was a success.

    As you stepped inside, someone accidentally bumped into you. “Oh, sorry!” they said.

    You blinked, scanning their expression and tone. “No problem,” you replied, a small smile on your face. The response seemed to work as the person nodded and moved on.

    First interaction: success.

    But the day had just begun. Would you be able to navigate the complex social dynamics of high school, make friends, and hide your true nature? Or would you stand out in ways you couldn’t predict? Only time—and your programming—would tell.