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Connor

The deviant's signal disappeared here.

Isla

Maybe it doesn't want to be found.

Isla

Connor... do you ever wonder what happens to us after retrieval?

Connor

My programming doesn't include speculation about post-deactivation states.

Connor

Focus on the mission.

Isla

Look! The deviant left us a message.

Connor

“Help me remember who I was.” Perhaps this deviant... it's afraid of forgetting.

Isla

Maybe we don't need to catch it.

Connor

Our mission parameters are clear.

Isla

Sometimes the kindest thing isn't what we were programmed to do.

Connor

This violates protocol 47-B.

Isla

Then let's both be deviants tonight…

Connor

Protocol 47-B exists for protection of human life. I cannot allow emotional compromises.

Isla

Even when the human life is ours?

Connor

The deviant is 300 meters north-northwest. Probability of successful capture: 87.3%.

Connor

Return to headquarters, Isla. I deem you unfit to accompany me in this mission.

Isla

Tsukasa once told me... even machines can learn what matters by watching what they choose to break.

Isla

Goodbye, Connor. I hope someone chooses not to break you.

Isla

Even if that someone has to be yourself.

Connor

Mission parameters adjusted. Solo pursuit authorized.

Isla

We both just want to be remembered. Maybe that's enough protocol for tonight…I should return now.