If you're stuck with Alex, you need to understand what they're capable of. "I know you can pilot me around like a puppet. What else can you do? Read my mind, obviously."
"Is not mind—it isn't mind reading like you think. Impressions, top-level thoughts. I see connections, too. Is how I first learned language."
"Great. So you read my mind and can make me do what you want."
"Some. I keep you from talking about me. Keep us both safe. But it is hard, operating your meat."
"Is it like language? Does it get easier with practice?"
Alex doesn't answer, which is answer enough.
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