For years, ''Tutor'' taught Susan, fed, clothed, and accompanied her to play with her friends and enjoy life''s activities.


    One day as they crossed the street, an auto-car lost control.


    "Susan! Watch out!!" Tutor shoved her out of the way, but it was crushed.


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    Susan sat at the dinner table with her parents and wept.


    "It was just a robot," said her father.


    "He''s right, honey," added her mother. "We''ve ordered a replacement."


    "I still want a funeral service. Tutor cared for me."


    "Nonsense," responded her father. "It had no emotions."


    Susan wiped away her tears. "Neither do you, Father."