Madison’s World Redux: Season Two: Episode Sixty Four

Madison's World Redux Season 2 Episode 64

Madison breezed back into her room, her makeup flawlessly applied and her hair styled to perfection. The scent of her floral perfume wafted through the air, a subtle reminder of how much time she’d spent preparing for the day ahead. Cindy watched from within the confines of the habitat, her eyes tracking her daughter’s every movement. Madison moved about with an ease that bordered on indifference, barely casting a glance in her mother’s direction. She rifled through her closet, pulling out various outfits and holding them up against herself in the mirror. The soft rustle of fabric and the occasional clink of hangers filled the room.

Cindy felt a pang of something—jealousy, perhaps, or longing—as she observed Madison’s ritual. The simple act of choosing what to wear was now a distant memory for her. After several changes, Madison settled on an outfit that accentuated her youthful confidence. She was about to leave, her hand on the doorknob, when she paused. Her gaze shifted toward the habitat, and for the first time that morning, she acknowledged her mother’s presence.

“Oh, Mom,” Madison said, a hint of feigned surprise in her voice. “I know you’re probably a little bored. I’ve got something for you.” She walked over to her desk, the click of her shoes tapping lightly against the hardwood floor. Cindy could hear the faint sounds of drawers opening and closing, the metallic clatter of items being moved. Curiosity mingled with apprehension as she wondered what Madison was up to.

Madison returned to the habitat, her fingers gripping a small tablet designed for Littles. She lifted the lid of the enclosure with casual ease and dropped the device onto the habitat floor. The tablet landed with a soft thud on the cushioned surface, sliding slightly before coming to a rest. Without a word, Madison turned away and retrieved her own full-sized tablet from her bag.

“So, I’m air dropping you some files, Mom, along with a couple of links,” Madison said, her tone businesslike as she tapped away on her screen. “I’ve also sent you my login information, so you basically just need to follow the instructions.” She glanced briefly in Cindy’s direction before turning back to her bag, adjusting the strap over her shoulder. “Do you have any questions?” she added, her finger hovering over the communication button on the habitat’s exterior.

Cindy stepped forward, her heart pounding slightly. “Ms. Wessen,” she began, the formal address still tasting bitter on her tongue. The use of her daughter’s surname was a constant reminder of the power imbalance between them. “What is this? What’s the password to this tablet?” Her fingers traced the edges of the device, its smooth surface cool to the touch.

Madison rolled her eyes, a smirk playing on her lips. “Oh, right. I forgot you’d need to log in to your own Little tablet,” she replied with a hint of sarcasm. “It’s all formatted and secured. You’re set up as a Little user, which is hilarious because in the system it’s abbreviated as ‘LUSER.'” She let out a light laugh, clearly amused. “What? Nothing? I guess it’s only funny on this side of the glass.”

Cindy clenched her jaw, choosing to ignore the jibe. “And the password?” she prompted, trying to keep her voice steady.

“Your password is ‘MadisonIsGreat69!'” Madison announced with a satisfied grin. “Your account is monitored by me, and I’ve set up your approved contact list.”

Cindy’s eyes widened slightly as she scrolled through the files that had appeared on the tablet. Documents with familiar titles, links to online assignments, and access to Madison’s school account. “Why are you sending me what looks like your homework?” she asked, confusion and suspicion mingling in her voice.

“You catch on pretty quick for a Little,” Madison remarked, arching an eyebrow. “I want those assignments completed before I get back. I’ll review them before submitting them as my own. There’s a folder that syncs directly to my tablet on your home screen—just drop the completed files into it. Starting Monday, I’ll add new assignments to that folder as I receive them. This way, you can work on them while I’m at school. It’ll help keep your Little mind sharp.”

Cindy felt a flush rise in her cheeks. The audacity of it all—being reduced to doing her daughter’s homework, treated like an assistant rather than a parent. “Ms. Wessen, I don’t think—” she began, her tone edged with frustration.

But Madison cut her off, her eyes narrowing. “You’re right—you don’t think anymore, Mom. You just do what you’re told, like a good Little.” Her words were cold, each one landing like a blow. “This constant questioning isn’t going to get you very far. Especially since you wanted something from me—a request for ‘people food,’ wasn’t it? And you wanted me to take you to see Dad today. I’m not sure that’s in the cards if you’re going to question every decision and task I give you.”

Cindy opened her mouth to respond, an apology forming on her lips, but Madison held up a hand to silence her. “Save it,” she said sharply. Without another word, she pressed the communication button on the habitat, effectively muting any further protests.

The sudden quiet was deafening. Cindy stood there, gripping the tablet tightly, her knuckles whitening. A mixture of anger, humiliation, and helplessness swirled within her. She watched as Madison slung her bag over her shoulder, her demeanor shifting back to nonchalance as if the conversation had been nothing more than a minor inconvenience.

“Be productive,” Madison called over her shoulder as she headed for the door. “I’ll check your work when I get back.”

The door closed behind her with a soft click, leaving Cindy alone in the artificially cheery environment of the habitat. She let out a shaky breath, the weight of her situation pressing down more heavily than ever. The tablet in her hands seemed to grow heavier, the screen reflecting her troubled expression.

She sank onto the small couch, the device resting on her lap. The glow of the screen illuminated the immediate area, casting long shadows that seemed to echo her mood. She scrolled through the assignments—math problems, essays, science projects—all tasks she knew she could complete with ease, yet the thought of doing so under these circumstances filled her with a sense of defeat.

Is this what my life has come to? she thought bitterly. Reduced to doing my daughter’s schoolwork, trapped in this cage, my own child dictating my every move?

Her gaze drifted to the glass wall, beyond which the room now stood empty. The silence was punctuated only by the faint hum of the habitat’s systems. She considered her options, limited as they were. Refusing to comply might result in further restrictions, perhaps even the denial of seeing Greg or receiving proper food. Compliance, on the other hand, felt like a surrender of the last remnants of her autonomy.

A wave of exhaustion washed over her. She rubbed her temples, trying to dispel the growing headache. Maybe if I complete the assignments, Madison will be more amenable, she reasoned. Perhaps I can use this as a bargaining chip.

With a resigned sigh, she navigated to the first assignment—a history essay on societal structures. The irony was not lost on her. As she began to type, the familiarity of the task brought a small measure of comfort. Her mind engaged, momentarily distracting her from the confines of her situation.

Time passed in a blur of words and calculations. She worked methodically, her academic prowess undiminished by her physical state. Yet, underlying every thought was the gnawing awareness of her reality.

Occasionally, she glanced up, half expecting Madison to return, to offer some form of reconciliation or at least acknowledgment. But the room remained still, the only movement the shifting patterns of light as the day wore on.

Upon finishing the last assignment, Cindy saved the files into the designated folder. A small notification confirmed the sync to Madison’s tablet. She leaned back, stretching her fingers. A sense of hollow accomplishment settled over her.

Her stomach grumbled softly, reminding her of her earlier request. The pellets in the habitat’s dispenser held little appeal, but hunger was becoming harder to ignore. She approached the dispenser reluctantly, retrieving a portion and nibbling slowly. The bland taste did nothing to improve her mood.

As evening shadows began to creep across the room, Cindy returned to the couch, fatigue pulling at her eyelids. She wondered where Greg was, how he was faring. The thought of him brought a mixture of comfort and concern.

I need to find a way to change this, she thought, determination flickering amidst the weariness. I can’t let this be the rest of my life.

But as the light continued to fade, so did her energy. Curling up on the small couch, she allowed herself a moment of vulnerability. Tears welled up, and she didn’t bother to wipe them away. In the solitude of the habitat, there was no need to hide her despair.

Outside, the world carried on, oblivious to her plight. And inside, Cindy faced the stark reality of her new existence—one where waiting and obedience were her only currencies, and where hope was a fragile, elusive thing.

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Nodqfan
1 month ago

Hahaha, Cindy being forced to do Madison’s homework as part of her routine is so funny.

J - Vader
J - Vader
Reply to  Nodqfan
1 month ago

I can see that honestly as much as I hate it as a person who doesn’t respect people with lack of self merit and dedication to do their own work but I’ll admit it is kinda funny 😄

Asukafan2001
Admin
Reply to  Nodqfan
1 month ago

It is a bit comical. She probably only has a decade or close to it . 4 years of high school and probably 5 years of college

J - Vader
J - Vader
1 month ago

I’m back hope you had a great holiday saw the other stuff and one off they were amazing and sadly I couldn’t review at the time due to lack of internet.

Okay Mads I’m sorry but wtf you doing making your mother do your homework. This is the same shit as AI and how it’s messing up education and how people learn. I get it easy, simple save you time and effort but you’re not going to get far in life if you’re not willing to do the work.

I hope school starts finding ways to tell if a little is doing someone’s work like most do with AI maybe by pattern or asking them in class questions about the homework and see if it matches with the “written” work it close to the whole Bryce and Mia thing and how at the time question why Jordan had to relearn everything even when he’s a college graduate like wtf !!!!

Bet she saw how bad her grades are and saw this as an opportunity for false success and it’s the one time I’m rooting for Cindy to use this to her advantage.

Overall great stuff

Asukafan2001
Admin
Reply to  J - Vader
1 month ago

Awesome, glad you enjoyed them.

1.) Cindy doing the work would keep her busy though and have the benefit of her not losing knowledge or wasting away.

2.) it is a shortcut that is for sure. Madison does still have to take the tests, do speech’s, etc. Cindy is really only doing the take home portion. But your concerns are valid. I do agree ai can hindrance.

3) relearning skills that you learned elsewhere is a real thing. Happens in medical fields as one example. Not all tech certifications transfer across countries. So part of it is littles having to reprove what they know.

4) detection would be difficult as it’s being done by a person. So it would be difficult to prove a little did it.

5.) canonically Madison’s grades aren’t bad. She just didn’t want to do it when she has a little.

C M
C M
1 month ago

1) hmm, what’s school policies on littles doing homework for students? Is it a “if you don’t get caught, you won’t get in trouble” kind of thing like chatgpt?

2)why does Madison think Cindy is smart enough for homework, but not smart enough for other things? She’s seemingly acted like Cindy and Greg are so new born that they’re uneducated lol

3.1) typing on a tablet, especially for essays, has got to be a fat pain in the ass.

3.2) speaking of essay’s, is madison getting all the links, pdfs, etc. for research papers and sending them directly to Cindy, or is she expecting Cindy to do research on her own? if it’s the latter, i’d expect the essay’s to do really bad grade wise lol

C M
C M
Reply to  Asukafan2001
1 month ago

1) I’d laugh my ass off if Madison got caught cause the essay’s were too advanced and higher quality than what she normally turns in. even if she re-wrote them herself, if some of the content was better than what she normally turns in, getting caught like that would be funny

2) i gotcha. I’d have thought that Madison would think Cindy and Greg lost that info when they changed similar to how she explained to Cindy what nail polish remover is.

3.1) That I think would be a reasonable request. plus cindy can frame it in a way that it makes Madisons life easier.

3.2) that’s true. I guess I’m more used to how info like that would be suppressed for littles and didn’t think of Cindy using Madisons login info.

Dave
Dave
Reply to  Asukafan2001
1 month ago

I think for essay’s it is always caught as the teacher gets to know the writing style of the student. That’s my experience, seeing it happen to others.

Lethal Ledgend
Reply to  Dave
1 month ago

Unless the writing style is “like mother, like daughter”

Lethal Ledgend
1 month ago

1) “The simple act of choosing what to wear was now a distant memory for her.” yeah, now she barely has clothes to wear.

2) “Madison returned to the habitat, her fingers gripping a small tablet designed for Littles.” not quite the phone-sized screen Greg has, but it’s something.

3.1) “You’re set up as a Little user, which is hilarious because in the system it’s abbreviated as ‘LUSER.” Someone at Genritech either had no idea, or knew exactly what they were doing.
3.2) “What? Nothing? I guess it’s only funny on this side of the glass.” Get used to that Maddie

4) “Your password is ‘MadisonIsGreat69!’” LOL, I should expect nothing less.

5) “Why are you sending me what looks like your homework?” Use your imagination, Cindy.

6.1) “I want those assignments completed before I get back. I’ll review them before submitting them as my own.”  With Cindy not going to school with her she has to realise this will negatively effect her grade right?
6.2) “Starting Monday, I’ll add new assignments to that folder as I receive them. This way, you can work on them while I’m at school. It’ll help keep your Little mind sharp.” Sure… that’s why you’re doing this./s

7) “Ms. Wessen, I don’t think—… You’re right—you don’t think anymore” she set herself up for that one.

8) “This constant questioning isn’t going to get you very far. Especially since you wanted something from me—a request for ‘people food,’ wasn’t it? And you wanted me to take you to see Dad today. I’m not sure that’s in the cards if you’re going to question every decision and task I give you.” conditional kindness is a standard of guardianship in this universe.

9) “Be productive… I’ll check your work when I get back.” Standard for Madison, but this does show that she’s acknowledging how intelligent Littles are to assign her mother school work.

10) “Is this what my life has come to? she thought bitterly. Reduced to doing my daughter’s schoolwork” only for the duration of her life she’ll be attending school for.

11) “Refusing to comply might result in further restrictions, perhaps even the denial of seeing Greg or receiving proper food. Compliance, on the other hand, felt like a surrender of the last remnants of her autonomy” both are very true, she’s damned if she does and damned if she doesn’t.

12) “she navigated to the first assignment—a history essay on societal structures. The irony was not lost on her” sounds perfect then, lol.

13) “As she began to type, the familiarity of the task brought a small measure of comfort. Her mind engaged, momentarily distracting her from the confines of her situation.” That’s a nice little bonus for her.

14) “Time passed in a blur of words and calculations”. Another bonus, can’t imagine Madison planned these,
14.2) “She worked methodically, her academic prowess undiminished by her physical state” it’s almost like treating Littles like mental invalids is wrong because their minds work fine.

15) “she glanced up, half expecting Madison to return, to offer some form of reconciliation or at least acknowledgment” tell her she’s dreamin’

16) “The pellets in the habitat’s dispenser held little appeal, but hunger was becoming harder to ignore” definitely been their with real food, lol

17) “She wondered where Greg was, how he was faring. The thought of him brought a mixture of comfort and concern.” she does love him, but really doesn’t trust Kenzie.

18) “Tears welled up, and she didn’t bother to wipe them away. In the solitude of the habitat, there was no need to hide her despair” not until you get a collar that tracks this sort of thing.

19.1) “I need to find a way to change this, she thought, determination flickering amidst the weariness. I can’t let this be the rest of my life” I doubt she’ll succeed but am interested in what she’ll try.
19.2) “Cindy faced the stark reality of her new existence—one where waiting and obedience were her only currencies, and where hope was a fragile, elusive thing.” that’s a good way to describe her plight, very creative,

C M
C M
Reply to  Asukafan2001
1 month ago

3.1) lol actually that took me a second to remember. cmd and the run window aren’t things I use too often anymore. I was actually thinking luser would be list user in a linux cli

Lethal Ledgend
Reply to  Asukafan2001
1 month ago

1) I wouldn’t be surprised if McKenzie already has, and the next time we see Greg he’s fully dressed.

2) In my defence I didn’t realise Maddie’s plan at that point.

3.1) Oh, lol, I don’t know computers that well
3.2) That’d be so damn funny

5) That would have been a funnier exchange.

6.1) I meant because schools would have update a lot since Cindy graduated, In Australia at least they’ve updated since I graduated.
6.2) I would do no such thing/s

7) I’m curious how Cindy’s supposed to do homework without thinking.

8) The questioning would end or at least Lesson if Guardians weren’t so cagey with information. These questions are born from mistrust, Littles have their own reasons to not want to help their Guardians.

9) I see, it’s hard to see where Cindy’s teachings end and Madison’s own beliefs begin.

10) Assuming Maddie goes to college.

11) “Happy Madison, Happy Life” does make sense, but I doubt Cindy would be ready to fully want Madison happy.

13) I fully believe Madison has a list she made with friends of future little tasks.

14.2) It’s interesting that they could turn littles into profit so quickly, but at least we can hope that with littles people will learn the truth and move past this bullshit. like when governments have used people as property for profit in the past.

17) I didn’t think I could lose more sympathy for Cindy.

18) That’s the unempathetic real Mads I’ve come to know.

19.1) Unfortunately, Madison’s friends appear to be hype girls, and Cindy is likely fresh out of friends.
19.2) You’re welcome.

Dlege
Dlege
1 month ago

Good chapter! Love the non schlauntness of Madison!

1. Cindy whines but she knows she can do this plus it’ll get her in Madisons good graces

2. Cindy feels jealously maybe because she would want Madison to pick her an outfit, make up! Mom daughter stuff

3. Cindy you have to grit this out! Kill them with kindness!

4. I’m rooting for Cindy! I’m here for a redemption ark! The villain becomes the hero or little hero (LERO) ok it was funnier in my head 🤣

5. I can’t wait for Greg and her to see eachother! I’m predicting a run and hug into eachothers arms

6. I wonder will McKenzie stop by or can she already see her mother through a little cam?

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