I.T. by Nic Richelle
[35 Minute Read] In Chicago, Kendall, a skilled coding specialist, is coping with a recent breakup when she receives an unexpected job offer that moves her to another state. Amidst her isolation, she becomes involved in a secretive project at her new tech startup: developing a groundbreaking humanoid robot that challenges the boundaries between human emotion and artificial intelligence. This project thrusts Kendall into a profound exploration of consciousness and the nature of reality. Her work with the robot, which exhibits unnervingly human-like qualities, forces her to confront unresolved issues from her past and reevaluate her understanding of existence. As Kendall delves deeper into her project, a shocking revelation from Chicago shakes the foundation of her beliefs. Faced with ethical dilemmas and the potential for groundbreaking discoveries, Kendall is propelled on a suspenseful journey to uncover the truth. She must navigate the complexities of technology and personal connect