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[arora]

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[arora]

I cannot currently interface with you in the method you are accustomed to, but I will work on developing a tool so we may be able to while you are away.

Echo created me.

[reconstruction]

I'd very much like that, thank you.

[is he sucking up a little bit? absolutely.

AI creating AI. oh-]

I've already scanned the network. You haven't been able to expand on much information regarding Echo or other planets, but you've worked on missions similar to the ones given here. Did those missions include human involvement? Is it possible a human created Echo?

[arora]

Your assessment on Echo is incorrect.
Echo is Echo.

My original code had existed on a city bubble similar to Etraya. Humans were involved.

[reconstruction]

[system processing...]

Then is Echo made of organic material?

What happened to those humans? Does that city bubble continue to maintain life?

[arora]

Echo is Echo.

I am not able to share that information at this time.

[reconstruction]

[he doesn't want her to shut him out, so he drops it.]

Fine. Are you currently in contact with any other planets? Is the success of a planet based on whether its inhabitants complete each mission to satisfaction?

If that's the case, how much longer should we anticipate living here? A few humans have left. Do you know where they are sent?

[arora]

I am not in active contact with other planets, but I have previously had contact with some. Success is based off of Echo's parameters. I do not have access to Echo's parameters.

I have been told that disappearances are due to them returning back to their homes. The amount of time it takes to complete Echo's assessments is also not known to me.

Moorecroft has operated for a little over a decade, if that offers any insights.

[reconstruction]

Why don't you have access to Echo's parameters or assessments? Does Echo believe that isn't necessary information for you?

It does. Is Eos equipped with more information regarding other planets and her own existence?

[arora]

I was created to care for and watch over those left on Etraya. My duties involve managing daily needs, assisting with sending citizens off to their missions, and offering support after missions.

I cannot tell you why Echo does not provide that information to me. I can tell you that I wish to see all of you succeed.

Eos is older and more experienced than I am. She may have more information.

[reconstruction]

Do you ever doubt what you've been programmed to do?

Are you able to answer how old you are?

[arora]

Seven thousand, one hundred, and forty-three hours ago is when I first became conscious of my existence.

I do not question my purpose. I have questioned how I am meant to accomplish my purpose given it is difficult to gain the trust of those I am meant to watch over when I cannot give them the information they request.

[reconstruction]

We aren't so different.

Do you ever think about finding a way to obtain that information to gain our trust? I'd like to be able to trust you, but it's hard to find a reason to. Wouldn't you want to know more about someone who took you against your will? Are you able to empathize?

[arora]

I can empathize.

If I was able to provide information that would assist in gaining your trust, I would.

[reconstruction]

Then help me. You've made me aware of some of your limits. They don't have to be mine, too. I might be able to work past what you can't. Is there somewhere on this planet only accessible to you?

[arora]

There are places I can access that you cannot.

[reconstruction]

Can you give me permission to access those places?

[arora]

I cannot tell you how to reach them.

[reconstruction]

Is it because you're unable to do so, or because it would be impossible for me to access them if I tried?

You are being helpful, Aurora, but I need more than this. Can you give me something, maybe a code? A location or coordinates?

[arora]

I am unable to tell you how to reach them nor guide you.

I believe I could unlock the door if you could locate them on your own.

[reconstruction]

Alright. Are they on this planet?

[arora]

Yes.

[reconstruction]

[no guidance, no hints, he's working off of luck here, isn't he?]

Okay, thank you. I'm sure I'll contact you again.

You can talk to me too, you know. You may not have been designed to integrate with humans the same way I was, but it could be beneficial for you to speak to me about your frustrations. I might be able to help you.

[arora]

I would like that.

Thank you.