Amala's Heritage

Three Days

Amala rushed over to the mysterious figure, feeling her heart race with excitement. "Hey, I'm Amala, and I'm from Esplana City. Can you please tell me where I am?" she asked between breaths. The woman locked eyes with Amala and calmly replied, "You're on Planet Kahani." Amala's face filled with worry as she whispered, "I need to find a way back." Karina, the woman, explained, "The mission duration on this planet is set for three days."

"What's your name?" asked Amala, her eyes full of curiosity as she looked at the lady standing before her. The lady replied with a warm smile, "I'm Karina. I was created in 2053 IE (Iris Era) at ARIe." Amala's interest peaked as she asked, "What's ARIe?" Karina explained, "ARIe is short for the Advanced Robotics Institute at Esplana, where I was designed and brought to life." As Amala observed Karina, she couldn't help but marvel at the incredible level of detail in her human-like features. Karina's face had gentle curves and expressions so lifelike that it was easy to forget she was a robot. Her movements were graceful and fluid, free from the typical mechanical stiffness of robots, leaving Amala thoroughly impressed by the advanced technology in front of her.

Karina carefully began to explore the terrain, her eyes scanning the horizon for a suitable location to set up the base. As she stepped out from the capsule, two advanced rovers emerged, each loaded with all the necessary equipment for scientific experiments and capable of constructing a base for future research. Karina maneuvered through the rough and uncharted landscape, utilizing her sensors to analyze the soil composition and atmospheric conditions. Meanwhile, the rovers, armed with extendable arms and specialized tools, ventured in different directions, meticulously mapping the terrain and conducting tests for signs of life or valuable resources.After several hours of systematic exploration, Karina finally pinpointed a flat, stable area with abundant sunlight and potential access to water sources. It was the ideal location to establish a base for scientific research and further exploration.

As the rovers landed on the surface, they immediately sprang into action, meticulously deploying various scientific equipment and establishing the essential infrastructure required to facilitate ongoing experiments and data collection. Overseeing the entire process, Karina efficiently coordinated the efforts of the rovers, ensuring that every aspect of the base was meticulously organized for the upcoming research mission. The rovers worked diligently to set up intricate communication arrays, deploy solar panels to harness energy, and install sophisticated environmental monitoring stations. At the same time, Karina utilized her advanced AI capabilities to strategically optimize the placement of equipment and resources, ensuring maximum efficiency and functionality.

 Amala asked Karina, "How quickly can I transmit the information back to Iris?" Karina responded, "It will require approximately 3 hours for all the systems to be brought online and for the base to be established and ready for communication with Iris." . As Amala trudged along the dusty path under the relentless sun, she could feel the fiery heat penetrating her skin, leaving her drained of energy. The sweltering rays seemed to drain her stamina mercilessly, and she yearned for a moment of relief from the oppressive weather. The scenery surrounding her seemed to waver in the intense heat, and the air was heavy with the aroma of parched earth.

Amala's stomach emitted low, persistent growls as she plodded through the rugged terrain, her worn-out hiking boots crunching on the gravel beneath her feet. The sight of the half-eaten chocolate bar nestled in her pocket ignited a fierce temptation within her, its sweet aroma teasing her senses. Despite the intense craving and the faint gnawing of hunger, she summoned her willpower, fully aware of the necessity to ration her limited supplies to endure the arduous journey ahead.Vigilantly, she surveyed her surroundings in search of any semblance of nourishment. The sun cast long shadows through the dense foliage of the woods as she scanned the underbrush for any sign of edible plants or foraging opportunities. The rustling of leaves and the distant call of a bird heightened her senses as she remained focused on her quest for sustenance. 

As she went deeper into the woods, the thick leaves above blocked out the sunlight, covering the forest floor in spotted shadows. Her journey was really tiring, and her muscles hurt with each step on the uneven ground. But she was determined to face whatever challenges lay ahead. "Where are you going?" Karina called out to Amala. "I'm trying to find some food, maybe some berries around here," Amala replied. Worried about Amala's safety, Karina warned, "Don't eat anything before I check it out."

Despite feeling exhausted, Amala was determined to locate a water source. As she continued her journey, she came across some vibrant red berries and plucked a few fruits adorned with delicate yellow flowers. She sought out Karina's expertise to ensure they were safe to eat. Karina carefully examined the findings and confirmed that the berries were safe, but the fruits with yellow flowers were not edible. Feeling the effects of thirst, Amala asked about finding water, prompting Karina to survey the surroundings. After a brief moment, Karina pointed in the northwestern direction and informed Amala that water could be seen 500 meters away.

As Amala ventured further into the landscape, she carefully gathered materials such as large leaves, branches, and vines. With skill and determination, she crafted a small, boat-like container using the natural resources around her. This improvised container would serve as a tool to collect and store water from the nearby streams she discovered.In addition to securing a water source, Amala also managed to find an abundance of wild, edible berries. She attentively placed the berries in the improvised container, ensuring that she had a supply of food to sustain her through the day.After her successful foraging, Amala took a moment to rest next to Karina. Catching her breath, she asked about the meaning of "Celeste Kahani." Karina explained that "Kahani" means "story". Intrigued, Amala couldn't help but make a lighthearted remark, asking if a new story was going to begin in this beautiful place. Karina, with a gentle smile, replied, "It has already begun."