Hong Kong Young Writers Anthologies Fiction 2020 | Page 18

Fiction – Group 2
We looked at a lot of latest wearable technology and clothing made out of smart fabric,
including some that were 3-D printed. The merchandise was quite affordable and was
especially popular with teenagers. We also had a scrumptious lunch at a sushi restaurant.
When we were done, we decided to visit a drone company called DJI which is completely
automated by robots. They let us have a preview of the latest Spark 13model, and the
Phantom 12, which can both connect with all wearable tech easily. The robots that hosted
our visit even let us try out the drones, which were incredibly lightweight and sleek and
convenient for photography enthusiasts.
Next, we took a high-speed hyperloop train to Zhuhai which only took about five
minutes. I was astonished to see that Zhuhai has become a high-tech financial center. After
a look at a holographic map on the side of the road, Carol suggested paying a visit to Gree
Electric, a smart home device company that is going to launch a line of very powerful AI
enabled robot butlers, including a particular model for elderly people.
I was curious about what the robot could do, so I asked it a question.
“I was designed for elderly companionship, and I am also programmed to cook 247
nutritious dishes designed for older people. I can also be a resident nurse and my CPU chip
connects to the hospital system in case of emergency. I can tell my owner the news to keep
them informed of what’s going on, or play cards or board games with them to keep them
company.” The robot said.
“Impressive,” I said. “This will be very helpful to our society.”
We didn’t have much time as the Oculus was reminding us that it was almost time for
us to go back and we only had an hour left. Luckily, it only took fifteen minutes for the
autonomous taxi to go through the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge.
We were greeted by a friendly lady who introduced herself as director of Laboratory
155. “I hope you enjoyed the adventure! The things you have seen during the trip are actual
projects under development. Here’s two Oculus headsets as our token of thanks for joining
our Future Smart City campaign! They’re not as powerful as the ones you used, but are the
latest models commercially available. Goodbye!”
On that note, two tall, familiar-looking young women hurried towards our direction,
then walked past us for the glass elevator with somewhat mischievous sideway smiles on their
faces. Just as we were about to finally take the headsets off, I caught a glimpse of the badge on
the taller one’s shirt. It read “Agent Carol Li, Laboratory 255”
“They winked at us!” Carol said excitedly. I whispered, “I think they might be the future
us, Carol.”
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