The Algorithm of Us

Previously

…“Thank you, Elara,” he said, standing up. “This has been… illuminating.” “Thank you for coming, Liam,” she replied, her smile genuine now, a little shy. “I hope it’s given you some food for thought.” “More than you know,” he said, his gaze lingering on her for a moment longer than necessary. As he turned to leave, he felt a distinct pull, a desire to stay, to delve deeper into the unforeseen variables that seemed to be at play, not just in her algorithm, but between them. The sun outside had begun its descent, casting long shadows, and Liam realized he was walking out into a different kind of light, one that held the promise of something he hadn’t programmed for.