[ The filter is the first surprise; the story that follows is the second. He's silent, listening the whole way through without interruption, and it dawns on him that perhaps Roy truly does have a better understanding of the situation than he does.
The circumstances aren't favorable, but then, when were they ever? 9S' head slumps away from the feed—presumably, his hidden eyes fall as well—but he does end up nodding. ]
I understand. [ It's no bold response, but it's less tired, less frustrated. ] I'll stand back for now. But for the time being, if there's anything else you'd like for me to do...
[ Well, he's here, with nothing else to occupy his time with. ]
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The circumstances aren't favorable, but then, when were they ever? 9S' head slumps away from the feed—presumably, his hidden eyes fall as well—but he does end up nodding. ]
I understand. [ It's no bold response, but it's less tired, less frustrated. ] I'll stand back for now. But for the time being, if there's anything else you'd like for me to do...
[ Well, he's here, with nothing else to occupy his time with. ]