Cole smiles, a weak little smile, as he gives 9S a tiny nod. Because that's good. Trying is good. That's the first step to solving any problem, trying and hoping and seeing what works and what doesn't.

"Good," he simply responds, with a nod. "And I'll help."

He'll listen, he'll watch and wait, he'll try his hardest to find a purpose for 9S by talking and getting advice and trying things and all of those sort of things as well.