Chapter 437
Sofina took a deep breath, thinking it through before finally sighing. “Fine. I’ll call my father in ten minutes p>
She ended the transmission and stepped out of the bathroom.
Alex was waiting in the living room. “I’ll show you to your room,” he said as he stood.
They walked down the hallway until they reached a wide, elegant room bathed in warm light. As they stepped inside, a small robot glided toward them-egg- shaped, about eighty centimeters tall and forty-five wide.
Its metallic shell shimmered under the soft glow, reflecting their faces like ripples on polished steel.
“Good evening, Miss Sofina. I am Eve, your maid robot.” The holographic eyes blinked, and it extended a hand in a graceful gesture. “I’m here to assist you with anything you need. Please don’t hesitate to call me p>
Sofina stared, intrigued. “This model… I’ve never seen it before p>
In Prussia, maid robots were common-cold, efficient, emotionless. But this one was different. Sleek. Alive. It felt… almost warm.
“I built this model,” Alex said, a small smile tugging at his lips.
Sofina blinked, stunned.
“You? Alex the Dunce? The Walking Error?” Her voice rose in disbelief, sharp with shock.
Everyone in Winchester knew that name—it was practically a legend, whispered with equal parts pity and ridicule.
“You? The guy who couldn’t even pass a basic logic exam-built this?” Her tone dripped with disbelief.
Alex frowned. “Pardon me p>
She crossed her arms. “Oh, come on. You’re famous, Alex. Your name’s practically a public service announcement in Winchester. Parents tell their kids, ‘Study hard, or you’ll end up like Alex the Dunce p>
Alex rubbed the back of his neck, looking more amused than insulted.
Ever since he’d reached the state of harmony with the universe, his way of thinking had drifted far beyond what ordinary people could understand.
Eve’s voice chimed in smoothly. “Miss Sofina, my master Alex is not stupid. He’s simply too busy doing real work to bother proving how smart he is. Between us, he’s the smartest person in Winchester p>
Sofina’s eyes widened. “Wait-did she just talk like a human p>
“Yes,” Alex said, glancing at Eve.
The robot’s holographic eyes turned upward into a smile. “I’m equipped with an advanced adaptive intelligence. I can learn, converse, and feel empathy. And if you’re wondering-I also have love, Miss Sofina p>
Sofina couldn’t help but smile, her sharpness softening. “That’s… incredible. Most robots in Prussia are cold and mechanical. They follow commands, not emotions. But this one-this one feels alive p>
She looked at Eve with genuine wonder. “So… this robot can feel love too p>
Alex nodded. “Yes. She’s emotionally intelligent p>
Eve added proudly, “And deeply devoted p>
Sofina raised an eyebrow. “Devoted to Alex p>
Eve’s holographic eyes dimmed with a hint of sadness. “Tragically, yes p>
Sofina laughed, covering her mouth to hide her grin. “I’m really starting to like her p>
“Me too!” Eve exclaimed, spinning in the air before darting forward to hug her. “I love Miss Sofina too p>
“Oh,” Sofina gasped, startled as the robot wrapped its arms around her.
She’d expected cold metal-rigid, lifeless-but instead it was warm, soft and plush like heated velvet. “How… how can a robot feel this soft? It’s actually warm p>
It was the first time she’d ever touched something mechanical that felt alive.
“Miss Sofina,” Eve began proudly, her voice smooth and confident, “my body is crafted with the latest technologies-far beyond anything even the top engineers in Prussia have p>
Alex cut in before she could finish. “Alright, Eve. Miss Sofina’s had a long day. Set the room to relaxation mode p>
“Yes, Master p>
In an instant, the lights dimmed to a golden glow. The air turned gentle and fragrant. Soft music-like a lullaby sung by a digital angel-filled the room.
Alex reached out and took Sofina’s hand. “Eve is my special creation. And I want you to have her. Take her wherever you go-she’ll protect you p>
Sofina blinked, half touched, half surprised. “You’re serious p>
Alex smiled faintly. “Let’s call it a wedding gift p>
He turned toward Eve. “From now on, your master is Sofina. You’ll obey her in everything. Override all of my authority-transfer it completely to her p>
“Understood, Master,” Eve said, her
voice serene. A holographic
document flickered in the air
please,
between them Miss See the
place your hand here to finalize the
ownership transfer.” s
Sofina hesitated for a heartbeat, then pressed her palm against the glowing seal.
Eve’s voice shifted, warmer now, almost affectionate. “All authority transferred. I now belong to Miss Sofina. I will listen to her—and only her p>
Sofina hugged Eve against her chest. Its warmth pulsed softly, almost like a living heartbeat. “I already love this one,” she murmured.
“Miss Sofina,” Eve said firmly, “I will protect you from any danger-including Master Alex p>
“Hey,” Alex warned, a hint of mock offense in his tone, “remember, I created you.” “And I’ve learned from your mistakes,” Eve replied without hesitation. Sofina burst out laughing. “She’s already more advanced than half the men I’ve ever met p>
Alex grinned. “Glad you do. This will be your room. Eve’s connected to the entire system here-you can use her to control everything in the. penthouse You’re officially registered as the co-owner of this place. Treat it like your own home.” s
Sofina glanced around the room, curiosity glinting in her eyes. “Then where will
you sleep? Aren’t we supposed to sleep together p>
Alex chuckled. “This penthouse has six rooms. And honestly, our marriage
happened a little too fast for us to be sharing a bed already p>
His voice softened, almost playful. “Let’s take our time-get to know each other properly first. What do you think p>
Sofina’s cheeks flushed. “And how long does that take p>
Alex grinned. “Depends on how long it takes you to open your heart to me… or
how many robots I’ll have to give you first p>
Sofina chuckled, trying to hide the smile tugging at her lips.
Alex lowered himself to one knee before her, his movements slow and deliberate.
He took her hand gently, his voice soft but steady.
“No rush, Sofina. No pressure. Whatever our souls are made of yours and mine are the same. Take my hand, and you take my heart p>
Her breath caught.
Color rose to her cheeks as she met his gaze, her tone turning playful to mask the flutter in her chest.
“So—no sudden moves, no emotional ambushes? No wild drama waiting around the corner p>
Before Alex could respond, Eve floated between them like a shiny referee. “Miss Sofina, you mustn’t say things like that! It’s dangerous p>
Sofina frowned, confused but amused. “You really think Alex could hurt me p>
Eve’s voice turned matter-of-fact. “Statistically speaking, a man with his stress level and a woman with your beauty are a national hazard.” Sofina burst out laughing. “So you’re saying I’m the danger p>
“Precisely Eve replied smoothly. “I just didn’t want to bruise his ego. He’s completely powerless in front- of your beauty-utterly enslaved by your love.” s
Alex groaned softly while Sofina laughed even harder.
For her, it was simple-where her heart found peace, that was home.
Love begins without knowing why, and grows endlessly deep.