Gossip and golems

The two of you make your way through the city, heading for Andrew’s workshop. There’s a surprising amount of people out and about for this time of day, usually the crowds have filtered out for the morning by now. Instead, people are gathered in clusters, talking excitedly about the latest rumors and news. From what you catch, apparently there’s something of a upheaval to the south. You overhear some people talking about a king being deposed, and others mentioning this ‘golden magus’ that the girls had said was part of the big prophecy.

Sanni seems to be paying no attention, however, focused on the job ahead. “So, hopefully we can figure this out. Andrew wouldn’t come to us if it was an easy fix.”

You nod. “I suppose. I don’t really know much about golems. Are they simply automatons, or can they be more than that?”

Sanni shrugs. “It depends on the work put into them, really. And the strength of the magic used to animate them. From what we saw before, I’d say she was definitely developing a personality, though it was a bit muted.”

You think about that for a moment. “So…she’s a living creature, then?”

Sanni smiles. “Hard to say. The lower end of golems definitely are not, they’re simply tools. Something like Rina, though? I’d say she’s alive, yes.”

A thought enters your mind. “Say, do you think he’s…sleeping with her?”

Sanni laughs, shaking her head. “I doubt it. No matter how masterfully created, a golem is still a living statue. They’re not exactly soft. I suppose it’s a possibility to make one that COULD do that, but the level of power needed is far beyond most people. I imagine that Forgefather Unir could do it, but he doesn’t seem the type to do that.”

You nod. “So, she’s a companion in the friendly sense, more likely.”

Sanni smiles, nodding. “I’d say so. Advanced golems can be good companions, and loyal guardians. But lovers? No.”

You chuckle to yourself. “Well, I guess I’m glad we’re not just fixing Andrew’s fancy sex doll, at least. Helping his friend is a much better goal.”

Sanni laughs, and kisses your cheek. “You’re so cute, Greg! And you’re right, of course. Sometimes it’s easy to forget you’ve been here less than a year!”

You smile. “Yeah, I still have plenty to learn.”

Sanni nods. “And plenty of time to learn it. Do you ever miss the new world?”

You shrug. “Not really. Some of the technology was nice, but honestly I’m happier here than I could have ever imagined. And being surrounded by beautiful, exotic women doesn’t hurt either!”

Sanni seems to almost glow, smiling widely. “I’m glad, Greg. I couldn’t imagine not having you around anymore.”

You kiss the smiling lamia on the cheek. “You’ll never need to worry about that. Now let’s fix this not-sex doll!”