How to Say Goodbye in Robot

The mix of robots and everyday friendship felt so seamless. I'm curious whether this hybrid world was planned from the start or evolved during writing.

The story made me reflect on how we cope with change and loss. I wonder if others found the ending as bittersweet as I did.

The robot character added a unique layer to the story, making me think about what it means to truly understand someone. Was this idea influenced by any particular science fiction works?