"A.I. Artificial intelligence. It refers to the construction of an artificial mind via the artifice of a...craftsmen." Honor supplies as an explanation to Saito.

Honor falls silent for a moment as she listens to Billy's explanation.

She has even more questions, but then she looks at Billy's face...and senses the upsurge of his emotions.

Billy finds a firm, strong hand resting on his shoulder. If he looks up, he'll find Honor's clear, intent eyes, staring right down at him.

"I'm sorry." Honor says quietly. "I am so sorry. It hurts so much for you, doesn't it?"