An alien ambassador made first contact with Earth, speaking to a roundtable of scholars, scientists, and politicians.

Dr. Marsha Smith asked, "What are your philosophies or religions?"

"We evolved into immortal energy beings utilizing android bodies. Therefore, philosophy and religion are irrelevant since we do not face the urgency of death born out of fear of the unknown."

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"Aren't you curious to know why?" asked Marsha.

"The universe will naturally provide answers. We have eternity to figure it out or until the universe ends. So for us, there's no need to ponder a future or fate we will ultimately experience."