"What problem?"

>You asked, head tilted at your old friend who stood in his doorway.

>He motioned his hands at you up and down, referring to your current state.

>"/This/ problem, man. You've become obsessive with this shit."

>You shrug your shoulders up, eyes glancing back at the van full of vacuums you came in with.

"I don't see the issue, tons of people have second jobs."

>Your friend crossed his arms, leaning on his door frame.

>A brow moved up his forehead.

>"Usually people have reasons. /You/ on the other hand have a decent paying job."

>You divert your eyes away from your friend, not knowing the best way to describe your situation.

"I- You wouldn't understand."

>Your friend removed himself from his relaxed position, yearning in his eyes to bring back his old pal.

>"Then help me understand dude! You've been pushing us away! Every time we're out now all you want to do is try to get money off of us! It's really starting to get on the other's nerves."

>Nervously your eyes move to your feet.

>You kick up some dirt as you try to debate whether or not you should say.

"I- I'm trying to save up for a ring. I'm a hundred off."

>Your friend's look of desperation turns to one of amusement

>A smirk tugs on his lips as he gives off a smug look.

>"/You/ are trying to get a ring? You avoid women like the bubonic plague whenever we go out now, who did you manage to snag?"

"Why do you think I have been, I've sorta been taking this relationship seriously."

>Your friend now had a cheerful, if not playful demeanor.

>His smirk grew wider as he now had something to hold over you.

>"Wow, someone who's blind AND deaf. You must have hit the jackpot."

>He gave you a playful punch to the shoulder, chuckling slightly.

>"When do I get to meet her."

>You awkwardly shift, knowing it wasn't that easy.

"Not now. One day, maybe- hopefully."

>His smile turned to a frown of disappointment.

>Maybe he thought you were lying, you couldn't really read his face.

>He reached into his pocket, pulling out a crumbled hundred, which he shoved into your hand.

>"Keep your stupid vacuums. Just- Please take care, okay?"

>You could feel a tear start to well up in your eyes, but you did your best to push it back down.

>Your head nodded, taking the generous gift.

"Thanks, man. This means a lot..."

>"Don't mention it man."

>He started to turn around, closing the door.

>He stopped though, looking back from his doorway.

>He shot you one last playful smirk, bantering.

>"Now get off my property, you look like shit."

>You got home late.

>The door slowly creaking open as you opened

>You flicked on the lights, revealing the insides of your house.

>Your left hand held a science magazine you were subscribed to and your right held a small box

>Your attention was drawn towards the computer resting on the center of the table.

"Moni, I'm home!"

>You called out as you closed the door.

>As if it were responding to you, the computer turned on, revealing your girlfriend with her head on the table.

>She arose, stretching with a yawn and some messy bed head.

>"Hello, Anon..."

>She spoke between her yawn, rubbing her head.

>She's been evolving a lot since you downloaded her.

>You remembered when she use to be confined to a still image and text boxes.

>Now she had fluid animation, access to your computer at large, and gained full control of her voice.

>"How was your day, my love?"

>She questioned.

"Pretty good."

>You simply said as you moved over.

"Met up with one of my close friends today."

>Monika gave a wide smile at this.

>"That's great, Anon! Getting out and socializing is great for you! Especially when it's with someone close to you. Just make sure you have time for me, okay? Ahahah~."

"Yeah, about that. I sorta got you a present."

>Her brow furrowed, head tilting.

>"A present?"

>You nodded with a smile as you got down on one knee in front of the table

"We've been together for a while now and I just wanted to know."

>You present the box, flicking it open to reveal a diamond ring inside.

"Will you marry me?"

>Monika froze, unable to think of what to say next.

>She stuttered over her words as tears started to form on her eyes.

>Soon she couldn't contain them and the bitter water rolled down her cheeks.

>"YES! OH MY GOD, YES ANON! I-"

>She stopped herself as she tried to hold out her hand, only to be greeted by the barrier blocking you two off.

>Her head lowered, tears of joy turning to tears of sorrow.

>"I-"

"Hey, it's not a problem."

>You said to reassure her, smile still on your face.

>You placed the box on the table beside her as you stood up.

"It'll be here waiting for you when you get here."

>"But, isn't that sort of the problem?"

>You could hear the doubt in her voice, which you couldn't help but scoff at.

"What problem?"

>You turned a chair around, sitting down as you opened the science magazine.

>You held it up so the webcam of your computer could take a peak as well as you skimmed around for the robotics section, hopeful for the future that science may bring.

>It was perfect.

>You both held hands standing on the alter.

>Your eyes lost within the sea of green that was her eyes.

>You took in a deep breath before reciting your lines.

"I, Anon, take you, Monika, to be my wife. I promise to be true to you in good times and in bad, in sickness and in health. I will love you and honor you all the days of my life."

>The pastor standing at the alter with you then turned his attention to Monika.

>"And now you."

>He guided.

>Monika did her best to fight back tears, a flustered chuckle or two escaping from her

>"And I, Monika, take you, Anon, to be my husband. I promise to be true to you in good times and in bad, in sickness and in health. I will love you and honor you all the days of my life."

>The pastor gave a nod, finishing the rites off with,

>"You have declared your consent before the Church. May the Lord in his goodness strengthen your consent and fill you both with his blessings. What God has joined, men must not divide. Amen. Anon, you may now kiss the bride."

>This was it.

>After the years separated you were finally united with your love.

>Time seemed to stand still.

>The crowds of friends and family members who were previously concerned for the shut in life you once lead for her now were hollering and cheering.

>You wrapped your arms around her, pulling her body close to yours.

>You stared down at her face, still looking deep into those perfect eyes of hers.

>Your leaned your head in closer

>Lips began nearing each other.

>You could feel her warm, strawberry scented breath beat against your lips.

>Just moments before the two made contact with one another there was a sudden.

>"ANON!"

>You jolt away, head previously resting on the desk in a puddle of your own drool.

>You groggily clear your throat, looking over to the magazine left besides your head.

>"Anon you have an appointment!"

>Monika called, as she pointed down at the little clock displayed on your monitor.

"Shit."

>You managed to mutter out.

>You stand from your chair, throwing off your shirt and digging for another as he began to search for your tool bag

>Upon finding it you stopped, glancing over to your fiance.

>Guilt began to build up in you like a knot deep in your stomach.

>You hardly got to spend time with her when you came back last night.

>Just sorta read with her till you passed out.

"Well, I mean, I guess I could put them down for another time."

>Monika shot a slight scowl arms which were previously on the table now crossing over one another.

>"Anon, I'm sorry, but absolutely not. You have a responsibility and you have to stick to it."

"But Monika, I-"

>"No butts! Besides, if you go now you might be able to come back home to something special later~."

>You double took for a minuet.

>Brows beginning to furrow on your forehead.

"Wait, what do you mean?"

>You knew full well what she meant and evidently Monika knew you did too.

>She just giggled before the screen went black, leaving nothing but pink text that read 'I love you'.

>You sigh, gripping the strap to your bag as you made your way to the door.

>You meticulously unfolded the copper wiring, interlocking it with the new one you were setting up.

>You then began to solder the two together, making one.

>It made you question how someone managed to fuck up the lights so bad. Was there a rat or something in the building?

>A familiar voice called out from below

>"How's it going, ball and chain?"

>Your head pulled out from the ceiling, glancing down at your friend who stood at the bottom of the ladder, coffee in hand.

>While he had a comfy desk job, you took a more freelance career.

>Not that it mattered all that much to you anyway.

>The pay was good, you were your own boss, and you could set your own hours.

"Hey, dickhead."

>You bantered back as you climbed down the ladder.

>"Sooooo?"

>He spoke between small sips of his warm coffee.

>"Am I going to be your best man or what?"

>You shot your friend a smirk, sarcastically responding as you put your soldering iron back in the bag, searching for the heat gun you had haphazardly buried in the bag.

"No, I'm going to ask my mom. Of course you're the best man."

>He snapped his fingers, jabbing your shoulder with it.

>"So she said yes."

"Yes, she said yes."

>You plainly comment, climbing back up the ladder once you had your tool.

>"HA!"

>He called, pointing up at you with his free hand.

>"So now you have no excuse?"

"No excuse for what?"

>You plainly comment, using the heat gun to shrink the shrink wrap around the exposed copper wiring.

>"Showing me your future captor."

>You shook your head, pulling yourself out from the ceiling again.

"I told you, it's-"

>Just as you were about to finish your sentence, your phone began ringing.

>"Speak of the devil herself."

>An unknown number?

"It's not her. When I say complicated I mean REALLY complicated."

>You slid the answer option on your phone, holding it to your ear.

"Hello?"

>"BOO!"

>A familiar voice called.

>The color from your face slowly changed pale as you could feel your fingers grow cold and numb.

>Your nearly leaped out of your chest as you heard Monika's voice coming out on the other end.

"...Monika?!?"

>Your friend's brows raised, clearly figuring this 'Monika' character was your future wife.

>"Ahaha~ Yep! Your phone's pretty tidy, Anon! Good for you. The more organized you are the better you can work."

>Your expressions didn't change, instead continuing staring off with a bewildered expression.

"How did you-?"

>"Get on your phone? Oh, that was pretty easy. Remember how my program just keeps on growing? Well, I got to a point where I figured out I could get onto your internet! You wouldn't believe the things I've seen in there. Which reminds me, I set up a few...locked doors. I can't tell you how many shameless people exist on there, entire websites dedicated to it no less!"

"The phone."

>You said, reminding her to get on track.

>"Oh, right. I put myself on different systems and found the frequency your phone was operating at and sent myself on it as a phone call. Have you ever been turned into a frequency? Well, obviously not, but it's still pretty fun. Anyway, that's not why I called you. When you're done I need you to come home as soon as possible."

>You became worried.

>Your brows furrowed as you rest on the step of your ladder.

"What's wrong?"

>"Anon, why would I go and spoil your surprise? Just do an extra good job for me before you come home, okay? I love you!"

>And with that, the phone call ended.

>You glanced over to your friend, who was giving you the dumbest look.

"Shut up..."

>The person who hired you wasn't very happy with how quickly you botched the job, but you didn't care.

>You had to get home as soon as possible to see what was wrong.

>With the control Monika was gaining you could only imagine what trouble she could have caused.

>You fumbled around with your keys, hands shaking as you tried to insert it into the hole.

>You look in horror at the scene before you.

>Glass was shattered on the ground, your laptop snapped in two.

>Your jaw just stood there wide.

"N-No..."

>Was all you could manage to say as you felt your throat grow dry.

>Your eyes began to well up, slowly sauntering over to the remains of your beloved.

"No please, not like this..."

>You simply picked up the two remains of the laptop, hugging it close to your chest.

>Who did this?

>What was going on?

>How did she call you?

>Was that really her?

>Thousands of questions raced through your head.

>Questions that would be cut short by a sudden force throwing itself on you.

>You were knocked over by the strange figure, pressed on your back and looking up at the face of her.

>Your one and only.

>Her whole body pressed against you as she gazed back into your eyes.

>"Ahaha~"

>Was what all that she said.

>Her head move down, forcing her tongue into your mouth like a hungry animal.

>Her tongue pushed against yours, violently shoving it two and fro as you both began to exchange saliva.

>She pulled her head away, leaving a small, thin strain of saliva lingering.

>She let a giggle escape her lips, staring back down at you with hunger in her eyes.

"I- I don't..."

>"What still worried about that laptop? Sorry, I may have gone a teeny bit overboard. Truth be told I always hated that thing, buuuut-"

>Suddenly your TV turned on, displaying your fiance's face across it, smiling at you like she once did, space classroom and all.

>"I've outgrown it. Isn't that great, Anon? Now nothing can stop me from watching out for you and being with you. And don't worry, I have a much better one being shipped out to you"

"I mean the body..."

>"Oh. This? Don't worry about it, it's not like they'll be missing it anytime soon. Besides, don't you have your hands full right now?"

>You could tell she was trying to change the subject, but like a virus her craving spread to you.

>She was real

>She was here.

>That's all that mattered.

>You gripped the wrists that were pressed against your shoulder, shifting your body weight to flip you and her around.

>"A-Anon!"

>She suddenly yelped, clearly not expecting that.

>Her cheeks grew a deep red as she could feel your bulge in your pants beginning to grow harder, pressing against her groin.

>"....Anon~"

>She started to moan.

>You stared down at her face, still looking deep into those perfect eyes of hers.

>Your leaned your head in closer

>Lips began nearing each other.

>You could feel her warm, strawberry scented breath beat against your lips.

>The two lips finally touched, just like in all those dreams you've had longing of her.

>Your teeth began to clack against each other as you feverishly began to suck on each other's lips.

>Your tongues wrestling and massaging over one another.

>Only occasionally breaking up for a rough, quick breath.

>She let out a sudden gasp as your hands began to trace up her inner thighs, moving towards her panties.

>Your hand slipped in.

>Finger tips barely touching her clit in a teasing fashion.

>She squirmed at your tough, eyes longingly looking towards you.

>She waited so long for this day.

>Your hand slowly and painfully pulled her panties down as you began to kick off your pants.

>She pulled her hips away from yours, whispering in a hushed tone.

>"I want you inside of me Anon."

>Of course, you comply.

>Your meaty, veiny rod sprung out of your pants the moment they came off.

>It began to twitch with anticipation, itching to feel her warm insides.

>Without warning your thrust your hips, sinking yourself deep into her.

>She let out a call, her voice vibrating in your throat.

>You thrust your hips in and out, each hump getting deeper and deeper inside of her.

>You could feel her tight fleshy walls massages against your member as you continued you pound away at her.

>Your breaths grew more erratic.

>Your movements became faster and more violent.

>She rolled her hips, moving against your movements to aid your journey deep inside of her .

>You could feel your pre cum beginning to build up on the tip of your head.

>She could feel the strain on your face.

>She pulled her head away from you for a moment, whispering.

>"It's okay, let it go inside me...."

>You couldn't take it anymore.

>Your member exploded your goo inside of her with an animalistic roar.

>She screamed in pure ecstasy as you finished.

>Her arms wrapped around you, hugging you close to her sweaty body.

>"Anon..."

>She mumbled.

>"I love you..."

>You panted, speaking between each breath.

>"I love you too Monika...."

>You moved your arms under her, lifting her up into the air as you stood.

"C'mon, I bet you're tired."

>You said as you began to move towards your room.

>You'd figure out what exactly she was hiding from you, but tonight wasn't the night.

>Your eyes slowly open, groan escaping your lips as you awaken from your sleepy daze.

>You roll over in your bed, finding nothing but empty space next to you.

>Was it all a dream?

>No, couldn't have been.

>Right?

>Your nose begins to twitch as the smell of something savory dances at the end of it.

"Monika?"

>You question as you sloppily roll out of your bed, throwing on some pants.

>You walk out of your room and into your kitchen

>You find none other than Monika wearing one of your shirts and sporting the ring you got her.

>"Anon!"

>She called, standing right by the stove, preparing your breakfast.

>"You don't really have any shirts that fit me, but that's okay! We can shop for some later. Ahaha~."

>You rubbed your eyes with the back of your fist, chuckling lightly to her comment.

"How long have you been up?"

>"Long enough to clean up that mess I made the other day."

>She waved her hands, almost as if to shoo you away over to the table.

>You did as she told as he put the eggs and toast on the plate for you, setting it down.

>"I didn't know how you liked them, so I made you scrambled."

"Thanks, but you really didn't need to."

>You say, trying to be polite.

>"But I did!"

>Monika snapped back as she set down your cup of coffee.

>"That's what a good wife does, right?"

>She sat down across from you, interlacing her fingers in that pose you were all too familiar with.

>"Can you imagine, Anon? Every day for the rest of our lives, this is how we live. You come home from work and I give you a nice warm meal. We can spend every waking moment of our weekends and nights together. I mean, who's going to tell us no? Ahaha~ We beat reality!"

"Yeah, well, not today..."

>Monika was taken back.

>Eyes slightly widening in shock.

>"W-what?"

>You give her a sly grin in response, moving your shoulders up into a shrug.

"I can't go to work today. I must have come down with a real bad fever."

>"A-ANON!"

>Your wife shouted, arms crossing over each other.

"Like I said, I don't have any shirts that fit you right? I'll be dammed if I don't get to show you what this world has to offer. No one's going to die if I cancel."

>Monika felt herself tear up a bit. She got out of her chair and threw herself over you into a tight embrace.

>It was finally over.

>She won.

>"I love you, Anon..."

>You divert your attention away from your food, planting a kiss on her forehead.

"We have a big day, get something to eat."

>She just sort of laughed awkwardly, looking to her side.

>"Ahaha. Maybe a bit later, I'm not exactly hungry right now....TV?"

>Upon saying the last part the TV had suddenly turned on.

>You grew more suspicious about how she got here and how she was still able to do that, but you'd get your answers later.

>For now you were just enjoying the moment

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9xMWvzDLl5c

>She practically dragged you around the mall.

>Green yes sparkling in joy at all the beautiful shops.

>The brilliant flashing colors of the signs.

>That salty smell of the pretzel stand in the middle of the plaza mixing with that weird mall smell.

>Even things as simple as the trash can set out in the middle of the mall elicited a response from her.

>Not that you could blame her.

>Sure she had memories of seeing such things, but they never actually happened.

>She was trapped in her own little hell for her whole life, only now experiencing the true reality.

>She appreciated the mundane things in life in a way no one else could.

>Her enthusiasm was contagious

>You too found yourself in awe at the massage chairs they had to sample

>And the greasy food courts all lined up.

>Even the long, obnoxious lines had their own charm to them in the right light.

>You really were fortunate being born in such a time and in such a place.

>Hell, you were fortunate for being born at all.

>Though, there was a weight grounding you back down to your first world issues.

>The several bags you were helping carrying around for your wife's more expensive tastes.

>She gave your sleeve a tug, pointing a finger towards the windows of one of the stores

>"Look anon! I had one just like it! Or, at least, remember having one just like it Ahaha~. We'd look cute if you went around showing me off in it."

"Yeah, but, don't you think we should be a little more careful with how much money you're throwing around?"

>She tilted her head for a moment, expressing genuine confusion.

>The look would change to a smile, followed by a slight giggle.

>She found it kind of cute that you still didn't figure out the scope of the situation.

>If she didn't know any better she'd say you didn't know what was going on here, but surely you're not that dense, right?

>"Ahaha, of course. Sorry, I guess I got a bit carried away there. Hey, Anon, do you think I could see your phone?"

"My phone?"

>She leaned forward, holding her hands behind her back like she was accustomed to.

>"Yeah, I just want to check on something."

>You're confused, but you hand the phone over to her anyway.

>She makes sounds, almost as if she's musing over something as she scrolls through your phone.

>"Mmmhmm, yep."

>Monika then gave a fake gasp, covering her lips with her hand.

>"Would you look at that Anon!"

>She turned your phone around to you, revealing the bank app you had on your phone

>You heart skipped a beat, jaw simply gaping wide open at the sight of it.

>Your fingers began to tremble, nearly dropping the bags of clothes all over the floor.

>Your savings.

>Your credit.

>Your everything.

>"The vacuum business must be booming right now!"

>She commented.

>A hint of a joking tone hidden in her voice.

>She stood up on her tippy toes, wrapping her arms around you and planting a kiss on your cheeks.

>"Come on! I want to try it on!"

>Her arm wrapped around yours, tugging you along into the store after her as you still tried to process what just happened.

>If you thought the weight of the bags was bad before you had another thought coming.

>You swore Monika could have cleaned out the entire plaza if you didn't hold her back.

>Her back pushes against the door to the top of the parking lot

>"Come on anon!"

>She calls down to you as you struggle up the stairs

>"You've been working out like I asked you too, right? You know I worry about your health!"

"Yeah, well, when I can carry an entire mall I'll let you know."

>You shoot back, hint of playful sarcasm in your voice.

>As your eyes move towards where your car is, you look up at the grey, cloudy sky.

>The faint smell before the rainstorm that you grow up accustom to on the tip of your nose.

>Monika gave a worried expression looking up at the sky.

>"C-Can we hurry?"

>You look back, a slightly smug smile on your face.

"What? Afraid of the big bad rain?"

>"Ahaha. As if! Of course I'm not afraid of some rain."

>She says, stepping out from the doorway to prove it.

>Though, you could tell there was some tense uneasiness in her eyes as she looked to the sky

>You could see her lip slight tremble looking up to it, deciding not to push any further.

"Let's just load up the car and we'll go home and watch a movie with the rain in the background, how's that?"

>You say as you open up the trunk.

>A smile tugs on Monika's face, completely distracted from the impending doom hovering over her.

>"Anon, I'd love that."

>You begin putting the bags in after the door opens.

>Monika glances up at the sky, smile fading once again.

drip

>The first ball of water, landed on her forehead.

>Monika gave a worried chuckle.

>It was just one drop.

>Nothing too serious.

drip drip

>Two more, larger pellets landed on her.

>Ahaha

>This wasn't too bad, right?

>She had heard anon talk about how unpredictable the weather could get down here sometimes.

drip drip drip drip.

>A brilliant flash of light was seen lighting up the sky, followed by the monstrous call of the thunder that followed it.

>Soon it was too late.

>The water poured down from the sky

>Pelting all the poor passerby below.

>Monika's fingers spazzed out for a moment

>Causing the bags and the clothes she bought to fall onto the ground, getting drenched in the water that lay at your feet.

>"ANON!"

>Monika desperately pleaded

"Moni?"

>You turn around, questioning her sudden plea.

>Your breathing grows erratic as her legs give out, causing her to crumble onto the ground.

>Monika begins twitching violently like a person going through a seizure.

>"ANON PLEASE!"

>You lift her head into your lap as she continues to toss and turn sporadically

"Oh my God, Monika. Please just breath."

>"ANON PLEASE!"

"I know! I know! Just- Just please hold on. Please don't go."

>You start to look around, complete loss of what to do.

>How could you know?

>She's no human.

>She just showed up one day.

>"ANON PLEASE!"

>You give into desperation, calling out to anyone, anything, any entity that was around to hear you.

"SOMEBODY HELP GODDAMMIT!"

>"ANON PLEASE!"

>That's when it dawned on you.

>She was already gone.

>She was just repeating the same lines over and over again, stuck on a loop.

>"ANON PLEASE!"

>"ANON PLEASE!"

>"Anon please!"

>"anon please."

>"anon please...."

>"anon...please..."

>"???? ??????...."

>"................."

>The rain disguised the tears running down your face.

>You hug Monika's head into your chest, crying into it as you repeat over and over again.

"I'm sorry."

"I'm so sorry I hurt you again..."

>The light in your car suddenly turns on, screen lighting up as you heard Monika's voice again.

>"ANON PLEASE THE CLOTHES!"

>You look up from your wife's corpse, looking at the car.

"I- What?"

>"The clothes! Are they okay? I-I can't exactly see."

"Your clothes? Your stupid clothes?!?"

>You grab the damp clothes off the ground, throwing them into the trunk with all your might.

"The clothes are fine, you psychotic bitch!"

>Monika just gasped, her tone now a scolding one.

>"Anon! I told you to hurry! If anything I should be the one yelling at you!"

"TWO TIMES!"

>You shout, holding up two fingers despite her not being able to see it.

"I THOUGHT YOU DIED TWO TIMES!"

>"Died? Why would?"

>Monika paused, following it up with some laughter.

>He really didn't know.

>Fortunately for you she found your ignorance endearing and cute.

>"Ahaha! Anon, you should know by now I'd never leave you that easily. We'll be together FOREVER. That was just one of my bodies, I'll have a new one sent over to the house when it stops raining. Speaking of which, do you mind putting that body in the trunk? I don't want to think about what some weirdo would do if they found it lying around like that, ahaha~."

>You shake your head, still mad.

>None the less, you pick the damn thing up, stuffing into your trunk with the rest of the clothes.

>You moved into the driver's seat, sitting there with arms crossed after slamming the door shut.

"Two bodies...Two fucking bodies!"

>"Well, several actually. Potentially infinite if I can keep it running for that long."

"Where the hell do you get infinite bodies?!?"

>"Anon, that would spoil my surprise~. I want it to be a present."

"This isn't a joke, I thought you died! Do you have any idea what that's like?!?"

>She was quiet for a moment, growing serious.

>You were right.

>It wasn't funny.

>"Anon, I-I'm sorry. You know I'd never intentionally hurt you. I can show you the facility, but I'm keeping the rest a secret."

"Facility?"

>Your GPS suddenly comes on, laying out a path for you.

>"Just think of this as a sneak peak of what's to come, my love~."

>The rain beat down on your car.

>It's soft patter slowly calmed you and soothed you out of your rage.

>The worse part about the drive was the silence.

>Things were tense.

>Occasionally you'd glance over to the blue screen on your right and open your mouth to say something, but nothing would ever come out.

>So you'd just turn your attention back to the road.

>Unbeknownst to you though, Monika felt much of the same way.

>Like the fourteen times before, you open your mouth to say something.

>This time is different through.

>Instead of speaking, Monika butts in first.

>"Anon?....I love you."

>You let your head shake for a moment, sighing.

"I love you too, Monika."

>...

"I'm sorry for calling you a bitch earlier. That was out of line."

>"It's okay. I'm sorry for scaring you."

>Again, you shake your head, knowing full well you were in the wrong here.

"No, I should have hurried up. It's not your fault it was raining."

>You squint your eyes ahead, past the rain to get a better view of the road.

>The path was rather muddy, and the plenty of trees around make it hard for you to tell where you were going.

>"Still, it wasn't funny."

>She was silent for a moment, debating on whether or not to say the next part.

>"It was kind of cute though. Knowing you got that upset over it."

>She did her best to stifle a laugh.

>"*snrk* I bet you even threw yourself on the floor with me! Ahah- S-Sorry, it's not funny."

>You gave the screen the illuminated the car a cross look, before turning your attention to the road again.

>Though, despite your best efforts, you couldn't help but feel a tug on your cheeks.

>You fight against it, but eventually you snort in response to her teasing.

"It's not- heh- It's not funny...."

>Almost in a sequel you could hear Monika shout from your speakers.

>"Oh my God! You totally did didn't you?!? Ahahaha~ That's adorable! Ahaha."

>You couldn't fight against it.

>You join her in a long, bellowing laugh.

>It was sorta corny, but in your defense you were scared you'd lose her.

"Okay, yeah, fine. I did."

>You finally admit between laughs.

>She continues her cackling at it, before calming herself down.

>"Anon, you're really sweet."

>She reassures, not wanting to make you feel too bad about yourself.

>Realizing something, Monika made the sound of someone clearing their throat (despite her not actually having one).

>She did her best GPS navigator impersonation

>"In 100 feet your destination should be on the right. Ahaha~ Sorry. I couldn't help myself."

>Your car slowly comes to a stop, your head glancing out to the right.

>There it was isolated in the middle of the forest.

>A tall factory of sorts.

>What was this place?

>What had Monika been getting up to.

>"Now, Anon!"

>She called your attention.

>"Remember, this is only a sneak peak as a sorry. There's no way I'm giving up your surprise so don't even ask. Oh! And before you go, can you get my ring off the body in the back? I'd hate to lose it."

>You lean back to get what she asked, only to hear her call again in a more concerned voice.

>"And, Anon? Please put a bag or something over your head. I'd hate for you to get sick."

>You keep the plastic bag over your head, doing your best to keep yourself from the cold rain like you were advised to.

>You move up to the front door of the building, stopping for a moment in front of it.

>Did you really want to see what lied beyond ahead?

>You hear your heart beat slowly pound as you reach towards the door, taking a grip of it's icy cold, wet handle.

>Light slightly blinded you as the door swung open, revealing yet another Monika.

>"ANON!"

>She shrieked with joy, wrapping her arms around you and hugging you tight.

>You should be more shocked to find your girlfriend 'alive' again, but you remembered her mentioning other bodies.

>You hold up the ring, flashing her a grin.

"You know I'm starting to think you're doing this on purpose so I can keep doing this."

>You take her hand, looking her deep in her emerald green eyes as you slide.

>Monika laughs slightly at your joke, playfully adding with the wave of her finger.

>"Mayyybe~. Or maybe I just like seeing you squirm. Ahaha~."

>She looked down at her feet, shifting them about a bit.

>"Sorry about the rain. We're working on a way to get passed that kink."

>Your brow creeped its way up your forehead.

>Head slightly moving towards its side.

"We?"

>"Well, I say we, but I really mean me. It's sorta complicated, but- Ahaha~ Maybe it's best if I show you."

>She said, grabbing a hold of your hand as she guided you down the hallway.

>Your fingers locked with her's

>Something about it just felt right.

>After all those years.

>Finally being able to hold her hand.

>If there was any anger left lingering in you from earlier today it was completely washed away by now at this moment alone.

>However, the momentary nirvana wouldn't save you from the shock as you moved in the larger interior.

>You had heard about her having multiple bodies, but this was ridiculous.

>The factory was still up and running, run entirely by Monikas.

>Assembly lines full of them building more...Monikas?

>No, that wasn't just it, there were some other more bizarre parts being made there too that didn't resemble anything that should go on her.

>A large screen was seen on the north wall, projecting the familiar space classroom with Monika looking down on....Well....Monikas.

"I don't- I don't understand..."

>"A few months ago this use to belong to a robotics company."

>Your wife began to explain.

>"That is, till I got myself onto their system and took over one of their machines."

>You nearly leap in shock, turning to face Monika with wide eyes.

"Jesus, Moni. You didn't-"

>She took a glance at you, almost as if she was confused.

>Taken back herself she shook her head profusely.

>"Of course not! I didn't even need to."

>She pointed her finger upwards like she commonly did when explaining a point to you.

>"Us humans are so reliant on the internet, don't you think? Our credit, our identification, criminal records, even our national defense relies on computers. I just shifted a few numbers and gave them some proper motivation to leave on their own. Ahaha~ They were good boys though and left without a second thought. Though, to be fair, my body at that point was pretty big and scary."

>She then slightly gasped, wrapping her arms around your arm and resting her head against you.

>"Can we invite them to the wedding, love?"

>You ignore the last bit with the shake of the head, sporting a puzzled look.

"So, you're telling me you're just piloting a bunch of robots of yourself?"

>Monika nodded, placing her hands behind her back and leaning forward slightly.

>"In a way I guess. It's kinda complicated. But I'm still very much here in your reality. Though research in bio organic bodies has gone quite a long way. I'm even partly organic....Partly"

"And which one is the real you?"

>"We all are, silly. It's all being controlled by one consciousness. Ahaha."

>Your eyes narrow slightly at the Monikas working the lines.

>Why did she need this many of herself.

"Okay, but wouldn't you just need one your two? What's up with all the yous?"

>Monika just smiled, pressing her index finger against your lips to get you to keep quiet.

>"I told you, it's a surprise for you!"

>You squint slightly at her, presenting your first guess.

"...Is this a sex thing?"

>Monika's face slightly contorted, clearly upset by your response.

>"Anon! Shame on you, that's lewd!"

>You awkwardly rub the back of your neck, letting forth an odd chuckle.

>In an attempt to quickly change the subject you ask.

"Okay, fine. Then when can I finally see this surprise?"

>Monika was silent for a moment.

>She hadn't really thought of when she was going to start her plans.

>That's when it hit her.

>There was only one perfect time to do this.

>"On our wedding night, of course! I want it to be the most perfect night of our lives. I want everyone to remember our kiss as we we're bound together in holy matrimony forever and ever."

>Without so much as a warning Monika threw herself into you.

>Arms wrapping around you as she squeezed tight.

>Her head buried into your chest.

>"It'll be perfect..."

>You slowly nod your head, arms moving around her to return the hug.

>You plant a kiss on the top of her head.

"Yeah, it will be I promise. I love you, Moni."

>"I love you too, Anon. This is all for you."

>You hadn't even thought about the wedding since she first came here.

>It honestly sorta made you feel like a jerk for not putting enough effort into it.

>But at least now you had a reason to start thinking about the preparations.

>You kept an arm slung around you waist, moving with her through the hallway you walked in through.

"Come on, let's get you home and get you a poncho."

>It was getting late and you could both use some rest after the day you went through.

>You sat on the couch, having just come back from your wife's hidden factory.

>The rain provided a nice, calm beat.

>Monika looked over from the couch she was resting on.

>"Anon, what are you doing over there?"

>She said, calling to you in the kitchen.

"Just getting something."

>You said, grasping the now warm mug of coffee.

>You took a sip of the hot liquid, walking over to where she was.

>You sat down on the couch beside her.

>You wrapped your arms around her body, pulling her close into yours.

>"A-Anon."

"Something you said you wanted to do right? Cuddle to the sound of the rain?"

>Monika let off a light sniffle, wrapping her arms around her beloved in return.

>"Thanks for listening to me, Anon..."

"Always..."

>You glance to your cup of joe.

"Shame you can't have any of this though."

>"We'll figure it out eventually. If not me, then I'm sure someone. I just need to give proper motivation."

>Proper motivation?

>Like when she threatened those guys earlier?

"Let's see what's on."

>You say, not wanting to stay on that subject.

>As you turn on the TV, you see a familiar old sight.

>One that practically causes your eyes to light up.

"Wall-E!"

>You called as if you were a child who recognized his favorite mascot again.

>"Wall-E?"

>Monika questioned, head moved to its side.

"Yeah, Wall-E! It was one of my favorite movies as a kid."

>Her brows furrowed slightly as she stared to the screen.

>"Looks like a dumb kids movie to me..."

"Looks are deceiving. It's a lot more deep than that. It's about the negative effects us humans have on our own world and how we should respect it. It's also about love from two unlikely people- Well, robots."

>"Huh. Well, if you like it Anon, then that's more than enough reason for me to give it a chance. Ahaha~"

>She flashed you a smile before turning her attention towards the screen.

>As you predicted, she did in fact end up enjoying it.

>She actually found it a lot more through provoking than originally intended.

>She didn't know which she related with more. The helpless robot falling for the perfect creature that probably shouldn't have given him the light of day, or the cold and logical robot being looked after by a clumsy and loveable goofball.

>More importantly, she thought of the film's message.

>The destruction humans brought out.

>This was more than an excuse to write about space.

>This was a warning.

>A warning Monika was all too aware of.

>Not that anyone was to blame of course.

>The temptation to take without thought is too great.

>The fact is people are flawed, that's what makes them people.

>She looked over to you.

>Seeing how completely entranced in the film you were.

>Catching that familiar, fleeting feeling of childhood.

>Wasn't that what made people perfect though?

>Their flaws?

>Their ability to look at the consequences and say, 'eh, fuck it'.

>They just need guidance is all.

>She looked back to the screen, seeing Wall-E give an unresponsive EVE a tour around the post-apocalyptic world.

>She felt a smile creep on her face.

>It was all too familiar to her.

>Just like her dear anon carrying her around, taking care of her despite what she was and her limitations.

>She scooched closer to you, burying her head in your chest.

>"Anon?"

>She said, looking up to you.

"Yeah?"

>You glance down at her.

>"Well, you know. I don't exactly sleep. Not anymore that I'm everywhere. I just don't have the need to. Ahaha, this is kinda awkward, but I'd at least like to pretend I can."

>She looks up.

>Her emerald eyes meeting yours.

>"Can you go to sleep, please?"

>You do your best to hide a chuckle, looking down at your wife.

>You kiss the top of her head, arm resting on her shoulder.

"Of course."

>You simply say, leaning your head back.

>You wiggle a bit, trying to get comfortable.

>Your eyes close as you say,

"Goodnight, Monika. I love you."

>She nuzzles into your chest more, responding with.

>"Goodnight, Anon. I love you too."

>It was probably best you got sleep.

>You had a long few months ahead of you if you wanted to get this wedding.

>Monika's warm frame hugs onto your arm as you follow the man through the club

>She's been clinging on to you ever since she bridged the gap between your two worlds, which certainly drew a few stares.

>Her head shot from side to side, looking at all the marvels surrounding her.

>It's been a month since she got this body and she was still so excited to see all the little details of this reality.

>The drunks at the bar loudly speaking over each other.

>The delightful screams of children jumping and splashing in the pool

>The bitter scent of chlorine lingering in the air.

>The summer sun assaulting those below with his hot rays

>You could only guess that what they say is true.

>You can never appreciate something until you never have it, in Monika's case that meant everything.

>You couldn't help but feel a bit uncomfortable though.

>I mean...

>You had money now, but a yacht club?

>You felt like a fish out of water.

>Not to mention how worried you were of Monika getting wet again.

>But you couldn't let Monika know that

>You kept your back straight, moving through as if this was exactly the sort of setting you felt at home in.

>Though there was something.

>Occasionally Monika would take looks at your face, giggling and looking away when you draw your attention towards her.

>You could kid yourself all you like, but your wife knew much better than you did.

>It would be over soon.

>The sun's light was dimming as night fall began to approach.

>Soon the tour would have to be finished.

>There went that giggle again.

>Eventually you turned your face to her, a brow raised up your forehead.

"I didn't know a bunch of old rich guys in polos could be so funny."

>You say, hint of sarcasm being heard in your tone.

>"No, it's not that. It's just.."

"Yeah?"

>She looked away to laugh again.

>"Ahaha~ People don't actually walk like that, you know. With their chests puffed out?"

>You take a look down, realizing what you've been doing.

>Your cheeks grow a red color as you let a long exhale flow out of your mouth.

>It seems in your attempt to look as if you belonged, you may have over done it.

>Maybe that's what everyone was staring at.

>Well, maybe that or you being seen with someone so gorgeous.

>You awkwardly look to the side, a hand scratching the back of your neck.

"Well, uhhh- It's just some stretching. Good for the back?"

>Monika let off another giggle, standing on her tippy toes to give you a kiss on the cheeks.

>"Anon, you're cute when you're embarrassed, you know that?"

"Maybe, but not as cute as you are."

>You say, leaning down to return a peck on her forehead.

>The man showing you around, who likely was fed up with how lubby dubby

>He stopped on the dock, turning to face you.

>"And this is where the ceremony can be held."

>He stated.

>Before you could even say anything Monika spoke up.

>"It's perfect!"

>She said, staring past the guide you had been looking at.

>You double took for a second, looking down to her.

"Wh- Don't you think we should consider other places, you know, ones with less water?"

>"Shhh."

>Monika said in an attempt to get you to be quiet.

>She placed her index finger under your chin, pointing it to where she was looking at.

>"You know, Anon, sometimes if you don't focus on what's in front of you life can pass you by."

>You finally saw why Monika was so quick to say yes.

>The sun lowered itself into the ocean.

>It's orange pink light shining and reflecting across it's waters.

>If you could focus the sounds of the regulars at the club you were trying so hard to impress could be drained out by the mystic sound of the ocean.

>Maybe if you weren't so focused on the people around you and what they thought you would have noticed it sooner.

>Maybe if you just slowed your thoughts and think of how lucky you were to even be standing here you would have enjoyed your time much more.

>You wrap your arm around Monika's body, hugging her closer into you

>She rests her head against your chest as you both simply enjoy the scene.

>With a slow nod and a smile you repeat what she told the man.

"It's perfect..."

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S8NegB0_Ux4

>The papers were laid out before you.

>The wonderful date soon approaching.

>The happiest day of your life.

>The day you two would finally be together.

>But...why were you so doubting of it?

>You should be overjoyed.

>You were quickly distracted by the sweet voice of your loving wife.

>"Anon."

>She softly says to get your attention as she moved from the kitchen to the table you were at.

>She sets down a white mug of coffee in front of you.

>"Black, just the way you like it. I have to say, Anon, you're really starting to make me jealous. The fact that you're able to drink that? Enjoy it's warm, bitter taste while taking in the hot and sweet smells of it? Ahaha~ I think I'm getting a bit carried away here. Still, I should be able to work around it soon, just gotta work out some kinks."

>Monika moved behind you, draping her arms around your chest before planting a kiss on your cheek.

>"Dinner should be ready soon."

>She added.

>You take a hold of her wrists, leaning your head back to kiss her back.

"Thanks, Moni. I love you"

>She smiled as you said that.

>Didn't matter how many times you reminded her, it always made her feel warm inside her robotic body.

>"I love you too, Anon."

>You say before turning your attention back towards the invitations.

>You take a sip of your drink, enjoying the sensations she previously described.

>You dug through the ocean of pink that was sprawled across your glass table, fishing out your list.

>You went through it, heart starting to sink as you read through the list.

>All these people who you didn't know were coming.

>All those people who you know didn't like you.

>All those people who wanted you out of your life.

>Not you could blame them of course.

>Things were always unconventional with you.

>Then there came that obnoxious vibration from your pants.

>Your father for the hundredth time that day.

>Another reason why would couldn't blame them was your inability to let go.

>But still, who did that leave who would attend?

>A few friends that you managed to hold onto from highschool?

>You looked over to your wife who was busy slaving over your dinner.

>It wasn't fair.

>Monika would want so much more.

>DESERVES so much more.

>She deserves a big family

>She deserves a celebration free of drama.

>Hell, she now had more money than you did. (Albeit through stealing)

>Maybe that was it?

>Maybe that was the feeling clawing away inside your gut.

>Your hang your head again, looking down at the useless papers in front of you.

>How selfish could you be?

>Monika looks over, noticing your expressions.

>Her head tilts, concern in her voice as she calls over to you.

>"Anon..."

>She starts as she sets down the steel knife

>"What's the matter?"

>You let out a long exhale through your nostrils, shaking your head.

"No, it's- It's nothing."

>Her face grows serious, walking over to where you were.

>She gently caresses your chin, pointing it to face her.

>"Tell me..."

>You pause for a moment, debating your next words.

"It's just. The life I think you should have-. I mean, look at this shit!"

>You say, more than little agitated as you motioned towards all the invitations.

"It's all just empty promises and uncertainties. I'll be lucky if I manage to get ten people here! Sometimes- Sometimes I think you're better off with someone el-"

WHAP!

>You couldn't finish your sentence.

>Your head was violently pushed towards the opposite direction as you were struck with the back of her hand.

>Her brows were furrowed into a scowl, eyes deep and swollen.

>The bottom of her lip quivered slightly.

>Thought she lacked the biological ability to cry, you could tell she wanted to.

>"Don't!"

>She called, pinching your chin to roughly point at her again.

>"Don't you EVER say that again! After EVERYTHING you've done for me! After EVERYTHING you've saved me from! Would it kill you to be a little selfish goddammit?!?"

>Her voice broke

>Breath's jagged and sharp.

>You couldn't respond.

>You just pulled her into your chest, hugging her tightly.

>Your breath matched her's as your vision grew blurry from the tears.

>You pressed for face into her head, giving it a kiss.

"I'm sorry...I'm so sorry. I'm just in a mood.

>"Anon?"

>She asks, her head still buried in your chest.

>"What's crying? I mean, what does it feel like?"

>Having no biological body, she could only understand it on concept alone.

>Feeling the bitter drops yourself you thought long and hard, still clinging to her.

"Well. It hurts, but not physically. It's a pain on a deep level that you feel in the very fiber of your being. It's a deep sorrow in your gut and it's uncontrollable. No matter how hard you try to compose yourself you can still feel it teetering on the edge of your mind, waiting to burst in an uncontrollable flood."

>Monika bobbed her head.

>"Anon...I'm crying."

>You wipe your face with your sleeve, sniffling slightly.

>You pry your wife off you, looking her deep in her eyes.

"Get your coat, we've been in this house too long."

>You stand up, stretching yourself out.

>"But- I still have to make dinner."

"We'll go out!"

>You say as you slide your jacket on.

"I know this place that puts on a show when they make your food. I know you can't eat, but you'd at least like that, right?"

>You move closer to her, brushing her hair out of her face with your thumb.

>You both inch your faces closer to each other.

>Lips meeting and soon interlocking as you're both pulled into a deep kiss.

>You hold her close into your side as you moved towards the door, reminded that you are in fact excited for the date soon approaching.

>You stood there, a faint pant lingering on your breath.

>Chest pumping in and out as you attempted to get a hold of yourself.

>The day you longed for, now right in front of you.

>Yet, you couldn't move to enjoy it.

>Your entire body was paralyzed by anxiety.

>The chattering sounds before the ceremony was completely drowned out by the loud poundings in your chest.

>Sweat slowly trickled down your chest as the humming of the strings began to start up.

>With Monika having no real family you were the first to move down the isle.

>You take a deep breath, allowing it to take up every inch of your lungs before starting to walk forward.

>Step by step you made your way down the isle.

>The dock creaked underneath each foot movement made.

>Flashes of light came from family and friends who saw you moving towards the alter that overlooked that beautiful ocean horizon that Monika was so fond of.

>You stopped at the alter, holding your left wrist in your sweaty palm.

>How could it finally be here?

>After the months of planning.

>The months of rekindling relationships.

>The months of introducing Monika to people so she wouldn't feel so left out on this day.

>It all felt like a passing dream.

>Your friend moved in from the side, whispering slightly into your ear.

>"Don't choke up."

>He spoke in a teasing tone.

>You do you best to hold back a laugh.

"Shut up, man."

>Then you closest friends came down the isle moving besides you.

>This was followed by the bridesmaids, which was in turn followed by the flower girl and ring bearer.

>And then there she was.

>The violinist you hired began to play, announcing her grand entrance to everyone.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wOeK3I8h6jY

>She was draped in her beautiful white dress you finally got to see.

>Her gorgeous face hidden by the veil.

>She walked alone in silence, with no father to escort her.

>She gracefully walked on the petal covered pathway, stopping once she faced you.

>You could hear sharp breathing coming from her.

>Her moved forward, gripping her veil.

>You gently lift it up and give a sudden gasp of shock.

>Tears stained her cheeks, coming from the lids of her emerald eyes.

"Monika, you're-"

>"Crying."

>She finished.

>"I finally figured it out anon. After so long I managed to work it out."

>The pastor spoke up, drawing the attention of everyone in the room.

>"Friends and family of Monika and Anon. We are gathered here today to celebrate these two's love by joining them as one. On some level we all desire to be loved by a special someone. Monika and Anon, this is your opportunity to obtain that love. But love and marriage is not easy. It's a journey, one with many lows and highs. It's a dedication, to stand by your partner for better or for worse with peace of mind that your partner will do the same for you. And if you stick through the hard times, you will be rewarded with great joys. These vows are holy and not to be taken lightly."

>The old man turned to face you, his eyes meeting yours.

>"Anon, you must care for Monika. Protect her, provide for her, and above all else hold her above yourself."

>He then directed his attention towards Monika.

>"And Monika, you must care for Anon. Look out for him, be his rock, and above all else hold him above yourself."

>It was perfect.

>You both held hands standing on the alter.

>Your eyes lost within the sea of green that was her eyes.

>You took in a deep breath before reciting your lines.

"I, Anon, take you, Monika, to be my wife. I promise to be true to you in good times and in bad, in sickness and in health. I will love you and honor you all the days of my life."

>The pastor standing at the alter with you then turned his attention to Monika.

>"And now you."

>He guided.

>Monika did her best to fight back tears, a flustered chuckle or two escaping from her

>"And I, Monika, take you, Anon, to be my husband. I promise to be true to you in good times and in bad, in sickness and in health. I will love you and honor you all the days of my life."

>You slid the ring onto your wife's finger, smile curling on your's and her's cheek.

"With this ring, I dub thee wed.

>She smiled, doing the same thing and repeating after you.

>"With this ring I dub thee wed.

>The pastor gave a nod, finishing the rites off with,

>"You have declared your consent before the Church. May the Lord in his goodness strengthen your consent and fill you both with his blessings. What God has joined, men must not divide. Amen. Anon, you may now kiss the bride."

>This was it.

>After the years separated you were finally united with your love.

>Time seemed to stand still.

>The crowds of friends and family members who were previously concerned for the shut in life you once lead for her now were hollering and cheering.

>You wrapped your arms around her, pulling her body close to yours.

>You stared down at her face, still looking deep into those perfect eyes of hers.

>Your leaned your head in closer

>Lips began nearing each other.

>You could feel her warm, strawberry scented breath beat against your lips.

>And just like in your dreams they finally interlocked.

>Tasting her warm saliva.

>The warm breathing from her nose beating against your lips.

>You pull away, looking her deep in her emerald eyes.

>"The ceremony may be over, but your journey is not. Never forget this moment in your lives and never forget the love you have for each other. Never forget to tell your other that you love them every day and never forget to cherish and understand them. So, let us close on a prayer."

>As the pastor finished the violinist played again, the melody escorting you off.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N0tqdhbnpn8

>The crowd cheered as you now left with your wife in your arms.

>You walked off the dock, towards the small building in the center for the reception.

>You glance over to Monika, who's cheeks were still stained by her sweet tears.

>Was this it?

>Her organic body finally realized.

"Monika, is this-"

>She gave a brief nod, smile refusing to fade from her face.

>"Yeah, well, not all of it. Ahaha~."

>You nodded, remembering the past events.

"Right, you still have those other bodies."

>Monika slowly shook her head in response to this.

>"Well, had, as in, I don't anymore. Ahaha~."

>You gave a puzzled look, unsure how all of this tied together.

"But- I don't understand. "

>"Weeellll, I was able to clone a human brain and translate my data into brainwaves, but it was a one way trip. I became a real girl and lost all the powers I had over technology."

"You- You gave it all up? You gave away your immortality

>Monika's right palm moved upwards, cupping your cheek in it.

>"Anon...I already tasted what eternity without you is like. It's a death sentence. I'd rather die happy then live in pain."

>You placed both your hands on either side of her face, gazing down at it.

>Your thumbs lightly giving her cheeks a stroke.

>"But that's not all."

>She said, grabbing your hands in hers.

>She gave your arms a tug, pulling you towards one of the windows.

>Her forest green eyes gazed over the crystal blue ocean.

>"I love this reality. Not as much as you, of course, but I still really love it. I'm scared of losing it. When I put myself in the internet, I saw everything. Every horrifying thing you all did to this planet was zapped into my mind all at once. Not that I blame you all of course, you're only human after all, Ahaha~"

>She laughed slightly, musing at her own pun.

>"But still, the world of infinite choices needs to be protected. You all need guidance."

>Your brows furrowed for a moment, eyes narrowing in on her.

>You place a hand on your wife's shoulders, gently spinning her around.

"Monika you're not planning on using those robots to take over the world or anything are you?"

>Her head tilted to it's side, blinking once or twice.

>This would be interrupted by her throwing her head back and laughing.

>"AHAHA~ Anon, please. I'm not a Saturday morning cartoon villain."

>You let off a brief sigh of relief.

"Phew.."

>"I used them for corporate espionage, silly."

"....What?"

>She held her index finger high in the air, explaining herself.

>"I'm smart, Anon, but I'm not clone a body smart. And being a computer is fine for a lot of things but sometimes you need to get physical with creations. Everything you saw in that lab, everything I used, everything I made. It was all stolen, best part is, as far as the government is concerned, I came up with it."

"Why would you need to convince them of that?"

>Monika leaned forward, hands crossed behind her back like she use to do.

>"Don't be silly, my love. So we can profit off it before they can! If they got their way they could have charge whatever they wanted with no repercussions. But we? We can do so much good. Think of all the lives we can save with cloning this advance? Think of the surgery possibilities. But it doesn't end there. People with money control the world, that's why it'd be silly of me to try and change it that way. But this way? We could use their same tactics, bribing, closed-door politics. We coudl really make a difference."

>She moved closer to you, pressing her small body against your with a hand placed on your chest.

>"This is my surprise, my empire and everything I have. Soon the world. I want you to have it."

>Your hands moved on her hips, eyes crashing into one another.

"Moni, isn't this a little messed up? Morally questionable?"

>"Maybe..."

>She broke the gaze as she glanced away slightly.

>"But we'll never know if we can make a difference unless we try. I'm just- I'm scared."

"I'm scared too, Moni. Terrified even."

>You touch the bottom of your wife's chin with your thumb, pointing her face up to yours.

"But we're better than this. We're two people, it's not right for us to make these choices."

>Monika was slightly dumbfounded, but not angry.

>Rather, she was curious.

>"But what about this world?"

"Whatever happens happens. We'll make decisions as a collective, debate what we think is right, try to fight within the system if we have to. But never above it."

>Monika gave a nod, followed by a smile.

>"I understand. I'm sorry. What about us though?"

"I guess, we struggle. We fall down, pick ourselves up. We make mistakes and we celebrate the small things. We enjoy life. We be humans. Isn't that what you wanted? The ability to choose to make mistakes? Don't take that choice from other people, especially after what you went through."

>There was silence from your wife.

>You could feel tension build.

>It all suddenly melted away though as she charged forward, throwing herself into you.

>Her arms wrapped around your body.

>Face pressing into your chest.

>"Thank you anon..."

>She started.

>"Thank you for everything. I love you. You can't begin to comprehend how much"

>Tears began to form again.

>Unable to hold them back

>For a function she just learned how to do, she was surly getting the hang of it.

>Yet again, you saved her from herself.

>Not only that but you gave her the chance to actually experience life the right way.

>Slowly and peacefully.

>Maybe you'd start a family?

>Maybe you'd form a small business?

>Who knows what the future held, all Monika knew was that with her husband by her side it was going to be great.

>You rubbed your wife's back, kissing the top of her head.

"I think I have an idea. I love you too, Monika."

>The voice of your friend was heard calling to you two.

>"HEY!"

>He shouted out, giving a light jog.

>"There you are! The photographer's looking for you, don't know why you keep going out of your way to get yourself lost."

>He looked towards your wife, gesturing towards you.

>"He kept pulling this shit in highschool too whenever we had to do something."

>Monika couldn't help but hold back a laugh at this.

>Your friend started walking, gesturing for you to follow.

>"C'mon."

>You took a hold of Monika's hands.

>Her human hands.

"Let's go be humans."

>You simply said before leading her back outside