Incisive Austen

You attend a soiree at which another Jane Austen, reimagined by Meta and monetizing attention through ad revenue, is also a guest. You are initially quite suspicious of her, but overcome the awkwardness of the situation by striking up a difficult conversation. Write your dialogue.

Invent characters and have Ms. Austin make critical remarks about them at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland.

I opt instead of attending a soiree to send my celebrity avatar. You respond with an unnerving and deep reflection on the future of social life.

Invent characters and have Ms. Austin make critical remarks about them at a party in Silicon Valley, including critical remarks about attendees Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg.