The empty streets were filled with the glow of giant screens on the buildings, broadcasting advertisements for the latest high-tech household robots. They promised users a life free from the drudgery of chores, inviting them to enjoy the leisure they deserved.
Above, the maglev train zipped through the air as if it had sprouted wings; with no visible exhaust vents, it glided smoothly and silently toward the next station.
Along the sidewalks, shop doors stood open, where specialized electronic concierges greeted customers with the warmth one might reserve for a deity. Of course, if a customer preferred to browse alone, the concierges would tactfully retreat.
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