Chapter 562 - Getting Used To His Lifestyle (1/2)
Upon arrival in London, they immediately drove to the mansion where Alaric had previously spent most of his time. When getting into the driverless car from the airport, for the first time Aleksis felt that her husband's lifestyle was different from what she was used to.
Usually, Aleksis would use a human driver, otherwise, there would be Nicolae taking her and the children wherever they wanted to go.
Her family was very rich and could afford to employ many humans, especially at this period of time when most families were already using computer systems and automation to help with their daily work.
But Alaric did not employ human staff as he did not like to be surrounded by many people. It was not because he was not wealthy enough. When Aleksis entered the door that opened automatically, she looked surprised since there wasn't even a single person in the house. There were only a variety of robots and android staff (artificial humans) who welcomed them respectfully.
”Welcome, Madam Aleksis ...” Luna's happy voice could be heard as she greeted the new lady of the house.
Aleksis turned her head trying to find the origin of the voice. Alaric just smiled seeing her rather confused.
”That's my digital assistant, Luna. She is in charge of the whole house and arranging my schedule. You've met my other digital assistant in the car. Aleksis arranges other stuff, mostly those I do outside.” He explained.
”Oh … that's very funny. You named your two assistants after me and your mother,” Aleksis said, smiling.
”Because you two are the only women I care about and respect,” Alaric answered curtly. He spread his hands and invited Aleksis to follow him to tour his residence. ”Let me show you the interior of this house.”
”Hmm ... alright,” said the woman who then welcomed Alaric's grasp. Together, they walked around the large and quiet mansion. In the middle of the residence, there was a beautiful outdoor garden with a small waterfall at the center that made the atmosphere look so peaceful.
”You don't keep any bonsai here?” she asked.
”Hmm ... there's no time,” he said. ”Maybe, later, I'll go back to creating bonsai if my workload is successfully reduced.”
They sat in the garden enjoying the light breeze of air as they watched the stream of water and beautiful fish swimming in the pond. A robot servant came serving hot tea and cakes without being asked to.
”Wow ... the system you have here is very efficient,” exclaimed Aleksis. ”Without being asked, everything is made available.”
”It requires programming in great detail, and the system uses neural learning to learn the habits and preferences of the residents of this house. After a few days, they will be able to follow your habits and preferences.”
”Ah ...” Aleksis nodded. She finally understood and experienced for herself why the RMI's automation system was widely used in human societies. The system was very efficient and could save a lot of time and money.
”You don't like it?” Alaric asked. He knew that she was accustomed to being served by humans because her family did not like everything that was robotic. They claimed it was because there would be no human touch in their interactions.
”Hmm ... not that I dislike it. I just need time to get used to it.” The woman looked around. This house really felt very quiet. Why did Alaric shut himself in such a quiet place? Wouldn't that make him sad? she wondered.
”I can hire a human staff if you want. All you have to do is say it. I'll do anything for you,” he said again.