Those connections are what Chloe seeks. Years of feeling alone have left her both wary of trying to bond and craving to do so. With the friends she's made, the intensity of the feelings have lessened. It isn't just her, a creator and other Chloe models she floats around any more.

She nods and decides not to pry any further. He's making an effort, and she doesn't want to spook him by delving any deeper than he's willing to give.

In the same vein, her smile is small, though no less warm. Where she wants to hesitate, uncertain of herself, she forges on ahead. Any awkwardness on her part might make the whole encounter more stilted than it needs to be. "Yes, I'd say you're right. Have you ever built one before? If so, I could use the advice."