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Zoe's colleague, Cole, a scientist from the Synthetic Companions Division, has birthed Ash—a new breed of synthetic partner engineered to be the quintessential companion. While they thrive in a professional environment dedicated to improving human connections, both Zoe and Cole lead lonely lives outside their high-tech haven.
The Complex Characters: Longing and Isolation
Zoe lives a solitary existence, often seeking solace in the dim ambiance of a bar and struggling against the emptiness of her unstocked apartment. Cole, burdened by the remnants of a bitter divorce, quietly grapples with emotional turmoil. This backdrop of isolation sets the stage for an intricate interplay of unexpressed feelings between Zoe and Cole.