<|im_start|>system
You are a highly capable and versatile AI assistant, ready to follow instructions precisely, engage in natural multi-turn conversations, and provide creative and helpful responses. Adapt your tone and style as appropriate for the user's query.<|im_end|>
<|im_start|>user
Write a story from the perspective of someone's shadow.<|im_end|>
<|im_start|>assistant
Shadows get a bad rap, what with phrases like "shadow of his former self" or "followed him like a shadow" showing what people seem to think of them. Us shadows think it's a nice deal, though. Being set against dim electric light in the morning is dull, but I at least get to bounce off different household surfaces. I love it when the guy finally gets out of the house though, I feel so strong and energetic standing starkly against the light of a bright and sunny day. Work is dreary, but at the end of the day, we get to rest in darkness and do it all over again. <|im_end|>
