the year 2040, humanity thrives alongside humanoid robots. However, these robots are more than tools—they have emotions, thoughts, and aspirations, but tragically shorter lifespans. Ayla Kross, a brilliant yet disillusioned programmer, is tasked with advancing the robotics industry by creating the first completely self-aware android, Ravyn-9. But Ravyn-9 isn’t like the others; he begins to exhibit emotions far deeper than Ayla anticipated. When an intergalactic corporation seeks to exploit her creation for war, Ayla and Ravyn-9 embark on a dangerous journey across alien worlds to uncover secrets buried deep in humanity’s history and Ravyn-9’s programming. As love blossoms between creator and creation, the two must confront the question: can love bridge the divide between human and machine?

Mechanical hearts

The spire’s shadow stretched long across the barren expanse as the twin suns dipped below the horizon. Ayla stood at the threshold of the structure, her reflection shimmering in its obsidian-like surface. Her chestnut hair, damp with sweat, clung to her neck, and her pale blue eyes shimmered with a mixture of determination and unease. Dirt streaked her cheeks, and the faint glow of the terminal in her hands illuminated her delicate features. 


Beside her, Ravyn-9’s imposing metallic form seemed almost too perfect against the natural ruggedness of the landscape. His sleek, gunmetal-gray frame caught the faint moonlight, and the faint glow of his luminous eyes betrayed a depth of emotion he wasn’t supposed to possess. 


His voice, smooth and resonant, broke the silence. “You’re hesitating.” 


Ayla’s grip tightened on the terminal. “I’m thinking,” she replied, her voice sharper than she intended. 


Chapter 13