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I’m sorry.

[He apologies again anyway.]

You know that wasn’t my intention. That my mind doesn’t ever really skew in that direction.

[IS THIS HELPING]

[Blue eyes peek in between her fingers at Connor.]

Doesn't it?

[Slowly, the hands are removed from her face as she looks at the android curiously.]

... That... That makes sense. You just don't sound embarrassed at all when you present it that way.

No. I—

[He pauses.]

Most androids are not even equipped to have sex with a human. Nor do their inclinations run that way, unless they garner some kind of affection beforehand. Which I suppose is possible, after all that’s happened recently.

[He wonders how many androids built to be companions stayed with their humans. If there was a thread of fondness there that kept them loyal, that made them not feel as if they were merely an object being used. It’s a complex situation.]

So it’s possible for me to start thinking in those terms, I suppose. But I promise that I was merely concerned for your health at the time.

O-Oh.

[And that helps broaden her view of android even more so than before. ]

You never struck me that way Connor, just so we're clear. There's a lot for you to learn. And it's the same for me. I don't mind... Getting confused. As long as we clarify afterward.

[His explanation seems to have gone over well. It’s a small relief.]

Of course. It’s important for friends to keep open an honest line of communication. I’m relieved that you understand.

You don't have to worry about our communication. I struggle t make sense of things even as a human. I can imagine that it's just as complex for an android.

... I would even call it fun.

Fun? The awkward misunderstandings?

[And despite everything, he smiles. It’s sincere and even fond.]

I would have to agree.

They're still embarrassing don't get me wrong but...

... Mm. [It's his smile that makes her pause, to treasure and store in her memories forever.]

I'm not as mad as I should be when you make me feel embarrassed...

[That little headtilt again.]

Because we’re friends?

Exactly that.

[And that smile again.]

Does hearing that make you feel happy?

[The answer to that is easy. Connor knows how to quantify the feeling of happiness these days without issue.]

Yes. It does.

[Ah, she's smiling like that again. It's such an expression that suits her; she should do it more often, he thinks.]

I'm glad to have met you. I don't see that changing anytime soon.

[For the first time since this day started, Ai doesn't think her sickness is a bad thing. It's more bearable now that she had someone different check up on her.]

So... If I do plan on visiting you, should we go through the door together or would you mind waiting for me on your side? Either way, we should be alright, shouldn't we?

It's hard to say which would be better, given that you've never visited before. But...

[There's something quaint about the idea of waiting for her when she appears. Smiling and ready to introduce her to his world.]

I'll wait for you. Arrange a time, and I'll be there.

Sounds perfect! Maybe sometime in the evening where it isn't so conspicuous??

... And could you bring Sumo too?

[He nods.]

Sumo likes going for a walk, usually.

[Sometimes he is the laziest hound ever, but he'll still lackadaisically follow Connor around on his leash.]

It'll give me a good reason to meet you there.

[Ai looks so pleased when he gives her that answer and so she cuddles up in her blankets more.]

I can't wait! I love big dogs.

I hope your friend doesn't mind me either though.

Hank likes to play the part of the grizzled police lieutenant, but he's not as tough as he seems.

[Sorry Hank, but he means that as a good thing!]

I have a feeling you two will get along well. If you wanted to stay longer for just a day, you'd likely be welcome in his home. I know I wouldn't mind it.

If that's the case, I'll have to bring over a gift. Like a cake or even pears or a fruit basket...

[Ai is gonna be a good guest.]

Oh, and would you like me to bring over one of your new outfits too? Or would you prefer wearing your usual uniform while you're in your world?

You really don't have to do that. Don't feel obligated by any means.

[Bringing a gift, he means. It's not like Hank would be offended either way; he'd be too busy trying to wrap his mind around the fact that Ai is a psychic and from another world.]

But... if you don't mind it, please bring one of my outfits. I don't always wear my uniform in my world, but I don't own anything as fashionable as what you've picked out for me. It'll be a nice change.

Will do! [She even gives him her guarantee by giving him a salute, how cute.]

We're going to have to make it a goal to expand your wardrobe Connor so you can rotate more.

Why do I need to 'rotate' more?

It's so you can have more choices on what to wear! I think it's more fun that way.

[Hank's even commented before that he should wear more than just dress shirts and nice jeans. Connor thinks that he has no reason to decline Ai's enthusiasm regarding this.]

Then we can go shopping again soon. ...When you feel better.

[There's always something new, always something to anticipate. Ai has a feeling this year was going to be quite the ride. ]

Oh... You know, I never got the chance to ask. What do you think of my twin?

[She is curious about his opinion because there are some who notice that the twins were physical reflections, but others who assume the norm due to their very different dispositions. ]

Lien? I like her.

[Connor still believes them to be biological twins, for he has no real reason to think otherwise. Near identical reflections of each other, but with differing personalities.]

She speaks her mind, and isn't afraid to be blunt when necessary. Plus, I have a feeling that she possesses a sharp investigative mind, which I can of course appreciate.

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