Future technology became powerful enough for handheld mass destruction with the same old debate:


    “I’m protecting myself against potential alien invasion.”


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    “But what about that guy who wiped out that entire city block over hovercraft parking?”


    The Chip promised salvation.


    Susan and Frank had another domestic quarrel. She tossed a holoprojector at him. He, in turn, stomped into his office, slamming the door.


    “Frank, let’s stop!” Susan gyrated and convulsed. “I’m getting shocked!”


    “You see, Sue, I told you we never should’ve gotten The Chip!”


    Enforcers pounded the front door—“Open up! We have a warrant. We’ve detected hostile thoughts.”