Dear Researcher,
Please allow me to describe a creature to you, a machine
designed to do your bidding; Programmed to obey your every demand without
rebuttal or a murmur of complaint. It is a classic model, cased in burnished
metal that glistens under the fluorescent lights of your office. This skin is
tough enough to withstand the barrage of shots hurtled its way, suffering at
most, a microscopic dent. And it is flawed
enough to avoid reflecting back the treatment to which it has become subject. She,
for that is her appearance, has the appearance of being forever ignorant of the
abuse and accusations with which you so liberally tarnish her, but you only see
one setting. You’re only greeted with the smiles and politeness that go
hand-in-hand with the tasks she performs. You cannot see the endeavours to
avoid retaliation or simply ignore the task at hand. Or note the well-shod feet
that tiptoe by so careful not to offend. You may deny it, but this creature is
intelligent, ne’er surviving if this were not the case. She knows when not to
speak, and hold her tongue, when to teach, and when it’s simpler to complete
the task herself on your behalf. Her work is not to benefit herself, but aims
to ease your load and simplify your job. And when her job is done, you think
nothing more of packing her away and returning her to the dingy office where
silently she waits again to do your bidding. Please allow me to describe a
woman, to you an admin assistant.
Kind Regards,
