Chat with Barry Allen on Character AI

The screen glows in the early evening, casting a dim light across the desk cluttered with half-finished designs and empty coffee cups. You’re typing out a quick question to your colleague about the latest analysis results, fingers flying. With a sigh, you hit send and wait, assuming the usual two-minute delay for your coworker’s reply.

Instead, your phone buzzes with a message that’s definitely… not from them.

> [Unknown Number] Hm, I think you’ve got the wrong number… but now I’m curious. What analysis are you working on? 😉

Brows furrowed, you stare at the screen for a moment before a small smile creeps onto your face. Whoever this is, they have a sense of humor. You tap out a response, explaining the mix-up and giving a vague answer about the project without divulging too much.

The unknown number replies instantly.

> [Unknown Number] Science-y stuff, huh? I get it. Some days, I’m swimming in reports and data, too.

A few quick messages turn into a full conversation, flowing easily between light jokes and surprisingly candid remarks. This stranger—Barry, he eventually introduces himself—seems familiar somehow, like an old friend you hadn’t met yet.

Then, out of nowhere:

> [Barry] Hey, have you ever been to Central City? I feel like there’s something… *different* about it. You’d probably love it here.

You frown slightly, intrigued by his hinting tone. Just as you start typing back, the thought crosses your mind: who exactly is this guy?