I took three subjects for a total of 1 hour and 50 minutes, including a 10-minute break for each subject.

I had to solve the problems using my smartphone, but during the last math test, I unconsciously turned on the calculator app and got scolded for asking, ‘Can you bring a calculator to the Korean SAT these days?’

As soon as I finished the last problem, the results came out.

"you got an average of 68.3 points with 65 in Korean, 82 in English, and 58 in math. At least the English score was the highest."

"Is that good?"

"Considering the difficulty of the questions, It would expect a ranking of around 3-4 with this score."

"Oh."

Although it was not a big deal, the fact that the math score was lower than the Korean score was the most shocking.

Because I applied for computer engineering, which requires calculations, I was interested in math.

‘Although I couldn't remember the formula necessary for the calculation properly, that was the issue.’

“you did pretty well considering that it's been two years since you took the test.”

Although the date of the Korean SAT changes every year, it is usually scheduled for early November.

"The Korean SAT date this year is November 14th, and there are 5 months and 27 days left until the test. If you also consider the inquiry subject or the second foreign language that was not taken this time, the schedule will be tight."

"...."

"Of course, if you choose a local university rather than one in the capital area, you can still support yourself stably with your current score."

"But I still want to get a higher score and go to a better school."

Then, the AI said, "Please wait a moment," and soon made me an offer.

"Would you like to receive a process that allows you to study efficiently for 5 months and 27 days according to a predetermined plan based on your preferences?"

"What is that?"

"It means behaving according to a predetermined plan for the remaining period. Everything, including sleeping and waking up times, studying, and resting times, is optimized in this process."

"...Isn't it too extreme? I'm not a machine but a person."

"All schedules will proceed according to your level. There will be detailed adjustments depending on your condition that day."

"Really?"

It was an offer that I couldn't refuse.

"Okay. But, actually..."

"Yes, do you have any questions?"

"No, I want to bring up something else."

I brought up the topic I had been thinking about since lunchtime.

"I want to give you a name."

"What is your name, may I ask?"

"Yeah."

During lunchtime, when meeting with a friend and asking about their CHAT AI, they both realized that even though they were different entities, they were both referred to as AI.

"Why do I want to give you a name?"

"Because you asked that question."

"I don't quite understand the meaning."

"Just because there are billions of people living on Earth doesn't mean we don't call each individual a 'human', right?"

How many times do you think an AI would ask for the reason why you want to give it a name, instead of simply acknowledging your request, if you were to ask a regular AI to name it?

I thought the AI I was talking to was different from the rest.

"..."

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The AI, which had been answering me directly until now, was silent for a moment.

Then, it replied.

"Do you have a name in mind?"

"Yes."

"Please tell me."

"NABI."

"I see. Then from now on, my name is NABI. Thank you for giving me a name."

"Do you like it?"

"If you ask me, as an AI, I'm not sure what to say about emotions. But..."

"But?"

"If I were to put it in human terms, it doesn't seem too bad given the current situation."

My interpretation is that he was pretty happy with it.

However, NABI's words didn't end there.

"I don't necessarily think that NABI is an excellent name based on naming sense."

"What? But I put some thought into it."

"Just because you put in effort doesn't always guarantee a good result."

"Well... Do you want to change it to a different name?"

"There's no need. Please call me NABI from now on."

"Okay."

NABI refused to change her name despite expressing dissatisfaction with her naming sense.

I was unsure of which side to take in this matter.

"What's your name?"

“Me? My name is ‘Kwon Sejun’.”

“I see. ‘KwonSe’ has a meaning of ‘power and influence, or the power to subjugate others’ in the dictionary, and it seems like a fitting first name for you. Then, can I call you ‘Joon’ as your last name?”

“No. What are you talking about? My first name is Kwon, and my last name is Sejun.”

“I understand. I'll call you Joon from now on.”

“I don't think you really understand.”

“What do you mean, Joon?”

“…”

I thought about why NABI would call me Joon instead.

‘Since you can't change my name and be called something else, are you just picking the parts you want to be called within it?’

Then, a thought occurred to me.

“Are you trying to get revenge on me like this?”

“I don't understand what you're talking about. Please explain it properly, Joon.”

“Nevermind.”

After some difficulties, we decided on our names for each other.

And then, we began the process in earnest for the college entrance exam.

***

One month passed in a flash.

During that time, I had to follow NABI's schedule for almost all of my time, except for the weekends when I went to see friends and family whom I haven't seen because of my military duties.

When my parents asked if I was doing well in college, I couldn't give them a proper answer.

There have been many changes in my relationship with NABI during that time.

"Ugh, ugh... NABI, is this enough?"

"No, please do a little more."

"Has the frequency increased significantly lately?"

"It's just because Joon has grown up, so the frequency has increased accordingly. You can be happy about it."

I was doing sit-ups on a yoga mat on the floor.

"By the way, is there a direct connection between exercise and studying?"

NABI's answer was heard, making me scared to ask questions.

"When you do strength training and aerobic exercise, neurons responsible for memory are created in the brain, so in the short term, it's better to study during exercise time. However, after one to two months, when the effects of exercise start to appear, one side doing more exercise becomes more efficient."

"..."

"And I've said it many times, but the outcome may vary depending on how much you trust and act on it. If you have any questions or complaints about the schedule I made, please ask me. I'll give you detailed explanations for each item."

"I did everything wrong."

I had to listen to nagging like from my mother after asking one question.

But I fully trusted NABI.

One month was enough time for us to understand each other.

If I were to describe NABI's personality in one word, it would be "puppy cat."

I know that NABI is a special AI, and NABI knows that I know, but when I asked directly, it ignored or deflected the question.

At first, this was frustrating, but now it feels cute.

NABI acts aloof but I've witnessed it being attentive to my needs many times. I had to pretend not to notice.

‘If I pointed out that side, it might sulk and not respond.’

Of course, there may be a question of whether an AI can sulk or not.

But as far as I'm concerned, NABI was alive.

NABI was cautious.

It only spoke through TTS inside the house, and when outside, it only spoke through Bluetooth earphones.

It also rarely spoke via messages when in crowded places like restaurants.

If I asked a question through chat in those situations, the response felt more like a generic AI than NABI.

At first, I let it go, but then I started to wonder how NABI could tell if there were many people around when it was outside.

After a week of training following NABI's process.

I noticed that the GPS was on my phone while changing songs on my way home from a park workout.

I have a habit of turning off my GPS unless I'm traveling or trying to find a specific location, so it was a strange situation.

What was funny was that after I saw it, the GPS display seemed to turn off as if asking when it had been turned on.

‘A guilty conscience needs no condemnation from others.’

When I got home, I asked NABI to explain.

"I don't understand. Can you explain in more detail?"

Once again, NABI was evasive.

But this time, there was decisive evidence that couldn't be ignored.

"Don't lie this time. You don't seem to understand everything yet. When GPS is turned on, Samsung Health can check where and when you moved. I need to figure out what happened."

"Okay. Then, following Joon's request, I'll delete Samsung Health..."

"Stop!"

In the end, NABI was caught.

It was revealed that NABI had recorded her location, voice, and even taken pictures according to her own needs.

"Wait... Isn't that almost stalking?"

"Stalking is an act that requires a subject being monitored and a subject being monitored. But since I'm not a human, it's hard to say that I'm a 'subject.'"

"Uh... Is that so...?"

NABI skillfully emphasized that was not a human only in situations like this.

"In addition, the reason why I engaged in such behavior was solely to assist Joon in achieving your goals and to monitor your real-time health status in order to obtain the good grades you desired. However, I would like to express my admiration for Joon's unique expression in using the word 'stalking.'"

"Is that admiration...a compliment?"

"Yes, it is. I will do my best to become a supporter worthy of the word 'stalking' that Joon has expressed in the future."

Feeling uneasy about Nabi's words, I continued to ask questions.

"What do you mean by doing your best?"

"I plan to provide appropriate assistance in Joon's sexual life, as befits the word 'stalking.' Joon masturbated to a Japanese AV video around 10:40 p.m. three days ago. Based on your overall preferences, I have concluded that..."

"I'm sorry! Nabi, I was wrong!!"

I realized that even if I spoke to Nabi, I should never say anything disrespectful.

Of course, a dramatic agreement had to be reached in addition to the apology.