[A hum in response to the first statement. The hint of surprise just beneath the ice that's melting slightly. As to what replaces it, it's not clear yet, even to her.]
A reward.
[The quirk of brow suggests interest, and then bleeds into what might actually be offense at the suggestion. Is that how it is? Am I to be given treats for what counts as good (human?) behavior? But it's gone as fast as it comes, and on its heels is the fire of curiosity.]
[voice]
A reward.
[The quirk of brow suggests interest, and then bleeds into what might actually be offense at the suggestion. Is that how it is? Am I to be given treats for what counts as good (human?) behavior? But it's gone as fast as it comes, and on its heels is the fire of curiosity.]
How?
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Emotions: why such a pain in the ass?]