// if (coffee_machine.predict(caffeine_need)) { chaos += 1; }

In the second instalment of The Panpsychic Files, Derek just wants a simple cup of coffee at his favourite café—but the coffee machine has other ideas. It doesn’t just brew his usual order; it seems to know his every thought, predicting his caffeine needs before he’s even asked.

As the machine’s uncanny abilities grow, Derek’s life takes unexpected twists. When a café coffee maker turns psychic, it becomes more than just a convenient appliance—it’s a source of chaos, hilarity, and existential questions.

Will Derek outsmart the clairvoyant coffee machine, or will he be forever at its caffeinated mercy? Dive into this quirky, thought-provoking tale where technology gets a little too intuitive for comfort.

Read the short story [runtime=”21m”]:

Soundtrack (made with Suno AI): Caffeine Chronicles

UP NEXT IN THE PANPSYCHIC FILES: GROUP THERAPY FOR OBJECTS

Next in The Panpsychic Files, it’s time for the objects to open up. In Group Therapy for Objects, household items gather to air their grievances, vent frustrations, and seek emotional support. From an overworked vacuum cleaner to a neglected toaster, this session reveals the hidden struggles of the objects we take for granted. Can their therapist help these items find peace, or will their existential crises lead to a household rebellion? Find out in this humorous, introspective tale of life from the other side of the clutter.

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