The Glow Within

    By Thecatgamerd Ang

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    28 Nov, 2023

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    In a city nestled in the future, a girl named Ava lived. She was a curious 16-year-old, always exploring and pushing boundaries. One day, she heard about a mysterious new procedure that involved a bellybutton implant.

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    The implant was rumored to glow and slightly protrude from the bellybutton. Intrigued, Ava decided to undergo the procedure. It was performed in a sterile room with a completely manual machine.

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    She was asked to lift her shirt, exposing her belly. A robotic arm sprayed a sterilizing mist around her bellybutton. Ava watched the process on a screen mounted on the ceiling.

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    The second robotic arm applied a special adhesive around the rim of her bellybutton. This was to secure the implant. Ava felt a strange tickle but no discomfort.

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    The third arm gently placed the implant in her bellybutton. It was a smooth, slightly protruding device that fit perfectly. Ava looked down at her belly and saw the implant glow.

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    It was a soft, soothing light. Amazed, Ava couldn't take her eyes off it. She felt a sense of calm and warmth spreading from her bellybutton to the rest of her body.

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    After the procedure, Ava felt different. The implant seemed to have a life of its own, glowing rhythmically. She started to notice that the implant glowed brighter when she was happy or excited.

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    Intrigued, she began to investigate the implant's functions. She discovered that it could also sense her physical well-being. If she was sick or tired, the implant would glow dimly.

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    Ava was fascinated by her new discovery. She started exploring the potential of her implant. She found that it could also sense her emotions. It would glow brighter when she felt joy, love, or excitement.

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    This revelation sparked her interest in the technology behind the implant. She started studying about it, spending hours in the library, and even contacted the company that made the implant.

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    The company was intrigued by Ava's enthusiasm and invited her for a tour. She was introduced to Dr. Lin, a brilliant scientist behind the implant technology.

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    Dr. Lin explained the technology behind the implant. It was designed to sync with the wearer's bio-rhythms and emotions, thus the glow was a visual representation of the wearer's emotional and physical state.

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    Ava was fascinated and asked if she could intern at the company. Dr. Lin was impressed with her curiosity and agreed. Ava was thrilled to further explore the technology.

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    Over the following months, Ava worked closely with Dr. Lin. She learned more about the technology and even suggested improvements. Her implant continued to glow, reflecting her excitement and happiness.

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    Ava's fascination with the implant led her to a deeper understanding of the technology. She became an integral part of the team, contributing to the development of the next generation of implants.

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    One day, while working on a new feature, Ava realized that the implant could be used for more than just monitoring emotions and health. It could potentially be used to help people with emotional disorders.

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    She shared her idea with Dr. Lin, who was intrigued. They started working on a prototype, integrating therapy modules into the implant. The idea was to help regulate emotional responses for people with disorders.

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    It was hard work, but Ava was determined. She felt a sense of purpose that she had never felt before. Her implant seemed to glow brighter than ever, reflecting her unwavering determination.

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    After months of relentless work, they had a breakthrough. The prototype worked. It was able to regulate emotional responses in a controlled environment. Ava couldn't help but feel proud.

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    Ava's life took an exciting turn. She became the face of the company, sharing her story and the potential of the implant technology. Her implant glowed brightly, mirroring her joy and sense of accomplishment.

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    Ava's journey started with curiosity and led her to a purpose. The bellybutton implant was not just a piece of technology, but a part of her that inspired her to make a difference in the world.

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    She continued to work with Dr. Lin, improving the technology and helping more people. Her implant glowed brighter with each success, radiating her joy and satisfaction.

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    Ava's story is a testament to the power of curiosity and determination. Her glowing implant serves as a constant reminder of her journey and the potential of technology to change lives.

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    From a curious girl to a determined scientist, Ava's journey was marked by the glow within her. The glow that not only reflected her emotions but also illuminated her path towards making a difference.

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    Ava's adventure with the bellybutton implant was more than she had ever imagined. It had transformed her life in ways she couldn't have predicted, and she was excited to see where it would take her next.