[ 2B has always known that 9S has complemented her skillset; the fact that he isn't a combat model means very little in terms of his usefulness. It's widely known that combat units are a dime a dozen, and it's because of that that she'd initially risked life and limb to protect him... only for him to prove to her that that wouldn't be necessary in the slightest. She's been hacked before and knows its devastating effects, and knowing that 9S is built for that sort of warfare is equal parts thrilling and terrifying.

She knows she has nothing to worry about when 9S is around... save for his possibly getting injured. Even then, chances of that are slim.

At his questioning, she turns her head to look over her shoulder at him, arching a brow behind her visor. ]

Haven't we? Our relationship meets all of the criteria you've listed. Would I have said it if I'd thought otherwise? [ 2B asks, her tone both dry and vaguely incredulous.

Their walking eventually leads them to a small hovel surrounded by a field of flowers that seem to light up the pitch black cavern, prompting 2B to resheathe her weapon. The ceiling of the cavern extends far above them, thick layers of stone and dirt providing a tiny, enclosed space deep under the earth.

Stepping into its center, she takes stock of their surroundings. ]

Does someone... live here?