Cheryl and Jack sat quietly in a café on their first date.

“Hello, Cheryl, my bio-readings are normal, and my attraction level is raised.”

“That’s appreciated, Jack. The feeling of attraction is mutual.”

“How was your day, Cheryl? Did you accomplish anything interesting?”

“Why yes, Jack, I designed a whole new VR world for long-term space travel.”

“Impressive, Cheryl. I’m also developing a VR world for those who are medically incapacitated.”

Meanwhile, Cheryl and Jack smiled and nodded as their Chips’ AI predictive language protocol telepathically carried on their conversation.

After all, no one really speaks anymore unless absolutely necessary.