[ Heh, what a strange dream world this is, to be meeting figures from ancient folktales and those from technologically advanced societies. ]

I see. Robots are still rudimentary where... or when I'm from, I suppose. I've seen more demonstrations of advancing AI in Japan lately, but none self-aware like her.

[ Interesting to think that, someday, in a hundred years or so, they may have AI entertainers, too. He would like to hope they'd be received well... but given history, he can see why there'd be mixed reception. The entertainment industry is competitive, overcontrolling, and whole new systems of rules would have to be put into place... he can understand why those with dreams like Estelle would want to be in control of their own fate. Hopefully, she’ll find a haven here among all the other unique residents, and the freedom to pursue her art form as she wishes. ]