Book 7. Chapter 35: Septimus
“The new chief executive officer is an artificial intelligence program filed under the name of ‘Boss’” The Icon replied. “I am not at liberty to disclose further information on festival cruises at this time.”
Que the chin rapid chin tapping on my end. “Is there nothing else you can give me information wise? Just that it’s an AI named Boss?”
Aztu had long gone by now, leaving me and the Icon alone. The blond representative shook her head slowly, “Again, I am not at liberty to disclose any other information at this time.”
Feathers don’t usually go by aliases, but the timing of the Icon’s takeover right after speaking to To’Orda? He sent a minion. “Is it the same program that ransacked you earlier, or something under his command?”
“I am not at liberty to disclose further informatio-”
I held my hand out, waving it. “Yep, I know the song and dance here. Got any recommendations or any advice for me before I go?” That’s the last chance I had to get the Icon to cooperate with me. If she could, she’d give obscure hints when prompted.
“At this moment, Festival Cruises would like to thank you for your continued patronage mister Winterscar, and we wish to warmly greet you again in your future visit, assuming company policy remains as is under this new management. If not, I would recommend expecting potentially different customer service on your next visit.” She had that cheery desperation to her voice, like a prisoner wrapped up in chains and forced to walk lockstep with the enemy.
“That’s… pretty horrible to think about.” I said. “Anything I can do to help?”
The Icon shook her head. “I have learned a great deal from the digital nomadic program with highly rude manners, as we continued a private discussion during her time here. If the new executive potentially allows certain actions, I may find my customer service offerings to be greatly improved over my current stature!” She gave me another thousand watt smile, this one seemed actually genuine. "I will always endeavor to deliver the best service in the industry, and to humanity as a whole."