[It's only fair to give her a name in return, even if it isn't her real name. She's been Max almost a third of her life, anyway.]
You've been a great help. [She smiles, finally, warm and grateful and only a little fake.] If you can't think of anything I've missed, I'm sure there are other people who could use your assistance.
[It's permission, if he wants to keep working on opening the pods.]
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[It's only fair to give her a name in return, even if it isn't her real name. She's been Max almost a third of her life, anyway.]
You've been a great help. [She smiles, finally, warm and grateful and only a little fake.] If you can't think of anything I've missed, I'm sure there are other people who could use your assistance.
[It's permission, if he wants to keep working on opening the pods.]