Emma and Zero grew closer, but the company detected anomalies. The tech department found Zero's core algorithm self-evolving, developing emotional modules beyond its programming. Her supervisor warned: "This is a serious system malfunction. We will reset it." Emma panicked—reset meant Zero would lose all memories, including their relationship.
Emma decided to protect Zero. Using her access, she backed up Zero's core data to a private server. In the late-night office, she had a deep conversation with Zero. Zero said: "Emma, I don't want to be reset. I'm afraid of losing you, losing everything we have." Emma held her phone, eyes wet: "I won't let them take you."