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Hundreds of years into the future, humanity has entered an era dominated by artificial intelligence. Towering skyscrapers, autonomous drones, and efficient automated systems characterize this new world, offering unparalleled convenience and comfort to those fortunate enough to live in the central urban areas. But beneath this glittering surface, a deep and growing divide threatens to tear society apart.
Initially, AI was hailed as the great equalizer, promising to lift everyone by providing access to high-quality education, improved healthcare, and enhanced quality of life. However, the reality diverged from this optimistic vision. While AI improved certain aspects of society, the benefits were not distributed equally. The wealthy continued to have privileged access to better resources and opportunities, while those on the outskirts—living in the shadows of prosperity—were left behind to struggle with an indifferent system.
The narrative follows Li Hao, a young man living on the city's neglected edge, whose life is filled with hardship and monotony. An accident years ago, costing his parents their lives, threw him from a life of comfort into a world of poverty and forgotten promises. Despite this bleak existence, Li Hao refuses to give up hope. He scavenges abandoned ruins, exploring the remnants of a bygone era in search of something—anything—that could change his fate.
Li Hao's world takes an unexpected turn when he stumbles upon an underground facility and finds Aileen No. 2, a highly advanced AI humanoid sealed inside a transparent box. Aileen, perfectly preserved, becomes a symbol of hope for Li Hao—a chance not only to change his own life but to challenge the injustices that AI inadvertently perpetuated.
"An AI Robot Girlfriend" tells the story of Li Hao and Aileen No. 2 as they form an unlikely bond amidst societal decay and inequality. Together, they face not only the challenges of restoring Aileen to full function but also the larger struggle against a system built on control and exclusion. Their journey becomes one of exploration, resilience, and a fight for the fair use of technology—for everyone, not just the privileged few.
This is a tale of love, hope, and the fight against an unjust system, set against the backdrop of a high-tech world that has lost touch with its humanity. Through their shared struggles, Li Hao and Aileen No. 2 begin to redefine what it means to be human, to connect, and to dream of a better future for all.