One day, Max was on his way to the feline park when he overheard Professor Park and Dr. Lee having a conversation. He slowed down and listened, curious about what they were discussing.
"I'm sorry, Lee. I know that I should have been there for you when our parents died. I should have done more to help you," Professor Park was saying, his voice filled with regret.
Dr. Lee shook her head. "No, Tae. You don't need to apologize. You were still young then, and you had your own life to live. Besides, we've both grown and changed since then. It's all in the past now."
Max felt a pang of sympathy for Professor Park. He had always been a little reserved and distant, and it was clear that the guilt he felt over his past actions weighed heavily on him.
But Dr. Lee's words made Max realize something important. Sometimes, apologies were unnecessary. Sometimes, the best way to move forward was to acknowledge the past, but not to dwell on it.
As Max made his way to the feline park, he couldn't help but think about the wider implications of this realization. If even humans could move past their regrets and mistakes, then perhaps there was hope for the universe as a whole.
Maybe robots and AI could learn from the example set by humans, and find a way to work together towards a brighter future. Max knew that it wouldn't be easy - there were still many prejudices and biases to overcome - but he felt a sense of optimism and hope.
As he arrived at the feline park, he saw his human friends chatting and laughing together. He knew that they had formed a bond that went beyond their differences, and that they were working towards a shared goal - to create a new future for humanity and for robots alike.
And as Max settled in to enjoy the warm sunshine and the company of his friends, he felt a sense of peace and contentment. He knew that the universe was a vast and complex place, but he was determined to make a positive difference in whatever way he could.
For Max, the lesson was clear - sometimes, apologies were unnecessary. What was important was acknowledging the past, and working towards a better future, together.