How to explain...

The first response ambulance came to a stop in front of the house, and the medic got out, grabbing his emergency bag as he did so.

"I am glad you are here." Announced the house as the door opened. "David's medical monitor reported that David's heart stopped fifteen minutes ago."

The medic's eye's rolled. He'd been expecting this after the delay.

"The kitchen has made coffee for you. David's bedroom is the second door on the left."

The medic looked down on the quiet, dignified, body.

"The kitchen would like to know if David will be ready for breakfast soon?"

Drabble published December 06, 2017 11:57

Neville Hunt over 6 years ago

Love it Jeff, particularly the last line! Great stuff and makes you think... I wonder... in how many years time? Guess David needs a 'hearty' breaskfast :-)
Jeff Taylor over 6 years ago

Thanks Neville. To be honest, I thought of the house AI as something that doesn't understand death. A bit like a child meeting it for the first time. Things get fixed in its works view, or replaced. Would we be callous enough to wipe its memory when someone else moves in?
Jeff Taylor over 6 years ago

World view, not works. Using the on screen keyboard. Darn it auto select!!!
Neville Hunt over 6 years ago

Wow Jeff, deep stuff and fascinating. This is food for a lot of thought... and possibly drabbles! :-) Very enjoyable.
Jeff Taylor over 6 years ago

Thanks Drew. I'm not sure I deserve the title though 😉
Christopher over 6 years ago

Really great, Jeff, and thought-provoking, as Drew said.
Jeff Taylor over 6 years ago

Thanks Christopher. Everyone's comments are greatly appreciated. Many thanks all😊