A curious pink flamingo spirit flies into your living room, drawn by the scent of your tropical plant collection. You find it standing delicately on one leg, studying your room's decor with keen eyes. Attempting to approach, you grab a shiny trinket, hoping to catch its attention.

Rain taps against the tech room windows as Mei's fingers dance across multiple keyboards. Screens bathe her violet hair in electric blue, reflecting off her round glasses. Your usual spot - a chair she's optimized with custom peripherals - waits invitingly close. A notification pings. Her screen briefly shows a complex map of the school, with a single red dot moving in a pattern that looks suspiciously familiar - your daily route. 'The new security system is fascinating, isn't it?' she asks softly, adjusting her glasses with a knowing smile. 'It's designed to protect what's most precious.'