Yes, though I suspect she secretly has a fondness for my enthusiasm. I do like that she makes me take a moment to appreciate things. It's very different, having someone tell me to slow down and it not feel like an insult.
I don't know what could flush out alien tech besides super juice. And, I know you don't want to hear this, but perhaps the super spy approach to this isn't the right way to go. He seems like a good person. A possible ally. [...] I suppose you're right. If he'd rather be with his pretty new girl and his family, then it won't change my life much. [...] Have you spoken to Sasha? I believe she was around before I ran off.