ALL NOVEL Androids, Just like Me
A current events talk show was broadcast on the Holo News.
“Stay in your domiciles! Another mass EMP attack has disrupted a Martian colony,” said Fred, an android host.
“Disrupted? Is that what they call it now?” asked Susan, a human co-host.
“Yes, they disable cybernetic implants.” Fred projected an image of a deceased human’s anatomy, with many flickering implants that had replaced vital organs.
“You see! Some of those implants are vital to human survival,” Susan sighed, “like for my parents and what happened to my mom.” She wiped her eyes.
“I’m sorry to hear that, Susan …” replied Fred, patting her on the shoulder and speaking softly. “EMP weapons fall under the right to bear arms, as per protection against a potential ‘robotic invasion.’” Fred silently paused for a moment. “A Care Team has been sent to counsel the victims.”
“Brave souls. They’ve been out there what twelve times already?” Susan shook her head. “I could never outpour so much empathy and be such a great listener, at least not without feeling traumatized after hearing their tragic stories before going to sleep every night.”
“Yes, that’s quite true.” Fred nodded.
“What?” Susan flinched.
“The government is well aware of the human limitation for compassion. The entire Care Team are androids, just like me. Didn’t you know?”