The wall monitor screen lights up, relieving the gloom of the Megacorp Affordable Compact Housing Unit (MACHU) with an eerie green glow.

"Good morning, dear."

"Morning, JOI."

"Why don't you freshen up, hun, while I get breakfast ready."

"What's on the menu?"

"Your favourite! 3D-printed bacon!"

From the wall television speakers: Due to the recent rise in the price of animal feed and gasoline, the price of Megacorp 3D-printed Bacon (M3B) has been raised by 23%.

"Can't wait."