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 This is the fourth chapter of the short story I wrote called 'The Three-Legged Dog'. Please enjoy reading it.  The humid Florida heat seeped through the brush around the creek. Jake sat down on a blanket in a shady spot near the creek beyond the backyard. Rectface stood erect beside him, as usual. "RECTface, explain to me the difference between solids and liquids you learned about in school."  Jake asked, biting into a freshly delivered slice of pepperoni pizza. The robot's eyes flashed yellow and gave an immediate answer. "Matter exists in three states: solid, liquid, and gas, depending on temperature and pressure. The biggest difference between solids and liquids is the way the molecules are arranged and whether they change shape accordingly."  The robot's explanations were more precise than a textbook, and free of any unnecessary details. Jake nodded, sipping his cola. Cooper would have simply sniffed the pizza, drooled, or interrupt...

 This is the third chapter of the short story I wrote called 'The Three-Legged Dog'. Please enjoy reading it.  As time went on, RECTface’s efficiency completely took over Jake's daily life. Unlike Cooper, the robot didn't make a mess of his room or climb onto his bed with its muddy feet. Most importantly, Jake was incredibly attracted to the fact that he didn't need to be fed, brushed, or have his poop cleaned every morning.  ​""RECTface, bring my homework bag." "Okay, Jake. I'll bring it in ten seconds." The robot carried out its commands without a single error. Jake had become accustomed to leaning against its cold metal arm, reading a book, or listening to its analysis of game strategies. The robot's occasional wry joke or cold tone still irritated him, but the drug of convenience quickly overcame his discomfort. "Cooper, get out of here! I'm watching a movie with a robot."  Cooper, who was wagging his ...

 This is the second chapter of the short story I wrote called 'The Three-Legged Dog'. Please enjoy reading it.  On a peaceful Sunday afternoon, a truck loaded with a huge box pulled up to Jake's house. His father, with a particularly excited expression, opened the front door and welcomed his visitor. "Come on, Jake! Come say hello. He’s your best friend, and he'll be your friend from now on."  ​What slowly walked out of the box was a humanoid robot with a sleek, silver-white body. On its chest was a name tag that read 'RECTFACE,' and on the screen in front of its face, yellow, smiling eyes appeared.  ​"Hi, Jake. I'm RECTface, your learning and safety assistant."  A hard, mechanical sound echoed through the yard. Jake touched the robot's arm, curious, but Cooper, who was nearby, reacted differently. Uncharacteristically, Cooper tucked his tail between his legs and growled softly. The metallic smell he instinctively sensed ...

This is the first chapter of the short story I wrote called 'The Three-Legged Dog'. Please enjoy reading it.  Florida afternoons were always filled with sunshine, as rich and sweet as orange juice. As the humid breeze tickled Jake's nose, he was convinced this was the best place in the world to live. "Cooper! Come here!"  At Jake's shout, Cooper, who had been rolling around on the backyard lawn, suddenly raised his head. It was Cooper, Jake's family's treasure and troublemaker. True to his name, Cooper wagged his tail and ran towards Jake.  Jake's house was a place that exuded the leisurely charm of Florida. A wide, palm-lined driveway stretched out in front, and neighbors' cars passed by, gently greeting each other. Conversely, behind the house was a completely different world. A clear stream flowed between lush mangroves. It was a natural treasure trove, where, if you were lucky, you might spot tiny turtles or waterfowl. Occasion...

Did you work hard on something today? If you put in the effort, you will surely achieve good results. However, this man seems to want a different outcome.  Hey friend! There's still a month left until the match. Take it easy. Isn't it hard?  puck You work hard too. The sweat you shed today will return as tomorrow's glory.  It's okay. Never mind that...  . . . . . . . . . . I hope the doll I bought today comes back tomorrow as my girlfriend.  The sweat you shed today will return as tomorrow's glory. 

 'What is the reason for hiking? After all, we're just coming back down...' Have you ever had thoughts like this? Are you perhaps thinking this right now? We hike for various reasons. Some do it for their health, others to see the magnificent scenery, some because they enjoy the fresh air, others because they like the company of others, and some for a spirit of challenge... Whatever the reason, hiking is difficult. You get out of breath, thirsty, your legs give out, and you hurt your knees... Although there are many such difficulties, learning to endure and overcome them seems to be one of the important reasons for hiking.  We will encounter many difficulties throughout our lives, and we shouldn't give up immediately every time. Learning patience and perseverance seems to be a key reason for hiking. How about climbing a nearby hill today? What is the reason for hiking? After all, we're just coming back down...

A patient is about to undergo a dangerous surgery. What did the doctor say to the worried patient? Before the surgery, the doctor speaks to the patient. "This surgery is extremely dangerous." The doctor continues speaking with a worried expression. "Two out of three patients die during the surgery." Then the patient says with concern. "If it is such a dangerous surgery, I will not have the surgery. I will just live until I can no longer hold out and then die." Then the doctor speaks angrily. "Trust my surgical skills and proceed with the surgery." What did the doctor say after that? "The previous two patients have died, so it is your turn to live." Humor. Can we trust this doctor's surgical skills?