"Oh, Johnathan, you're so full of surprises!" said Jennifer.

  Johnathan wore a goth outfit. "I'm ready for the costume party!"

  Jennifer mingled with her work colleagues, most of whom brought along their partners.

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  "So, how's he working out for you, Jen?" asked Margaret.

  "Oh, wonderful! He's spontaneous and certainly has a will of his own."

  Margaret raised an eyebrow. "Not really, Jen."

  "What do you mean, Marge? He's completely sentient."

  "Come on, Jen." Margaret chuckled. "It's nice to pretend, but he's programmed to act that way. He has no more free will than my smart glasses."

  Jennifer abruptly walked away.