She stared down at him in silence for a moment; like many constructs, she was proportionally taller than most humans. Her claws trembled slightly as she fought for better control. "Please," she finally said evenly. "Without children, I have no purpose." She'd failed her charge only once, and it had nearly broken her mind. She'd had too many compulsions built into her, by too many masters. She managed an uneasy smile. "If you need references, Master Gilgamesh will vouch for me."