Count Zero.

Summary

Marie observes the mesmerizing movements of mechanical hands creating a box while her companion, concerned about Wei Gen's safety, decides to leave. As she remains behind, she reflects on the eerie environment and the importance of human existence amidst the remnants of the past. The robotic arms interact with her belongings, transforming her leather jacket into fragments, which she finds amusing. Engaging in a dialogue with an unseen presence, she contemplates existence, memory, and the nature of sadness. The scene shifts as she learns from Paco that time is running out to secure Wei Gen’s possessions, emphasizing urgency in their mission.

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