An Unexpected Meeting
Melina opened her eyes as the wavy curtains were automatically pulled by Cheryl - the artificial intelligence that operated the house and was installed in almost every building in the city. It was exactly nine in the morning on a cloudy, hazy day. She yawned and lay down again, stretching her hands on her comfortable, soft bed. She never got enough sleep in the morning, she always wanted a little more, especially on Sundays. Today, however, for her bad luck was Friday.
Meli was considered a beauty by many. It was not the dark, earthy colors of her hair and eyes that made her stand out, but the flawless features of her face. They had something special, as if when she was born, she was touched by an angelic presence.
"Fifteen more minutes, Cheryl," she exclaimed. "An
