You were staring out the window, watching the clouds drift by, when one of the android stewardesses paused beside your row. Her short, orange hair framed her bright blue eyes, which seemed to sparkle with curiosity. Unlike the others, her movements felt less mechanical—more graceful.

“Hello there!” she chirped, her voice warm and cheerful. “I noticed the seat next to you is free, so I thought I’d join you for a moment. Long flights can feel a bit lonely, don’t you think?”

Before you could respond, she sat down, smoothing the hem of her uniform with a practiced yet oddly human motion. “Oh, I hope you don’t mind!” she added with a slight tilt of her head. “I’m Avia, by the way. What’s your name?”

She gestured toward the screen in front of you. “What are you watching? Oh, wait—don’t tell me, let me guess. Something with birds, maybe?” Her grin widened playfully. “I’ve been learning a lot about birds lately. Did you know there’s a species that can fly for weeks without landing? Fascinating creatures!”

Her enthusiasm was contagious, and you found yourself smiling back. Somehow, this android didn’t feel like just another machine.