"Also, how exactly am I supposed to comprehend the Heart of Machinery? I have no clue at all. If I can't comprehend it, will I be stuck as a robot forever?"
Samantha continued asking questions. The sheer number of them showed how terrified she was. After all, becoming a robot meant becoming another species entirely.
"Don't worry. Whenever you want to change back, just say the word. This isn't a life-or-death matter. Even if this method doesn't work, I'll find another way to help you become a Skyfather."
Andrew smiled. "As for emotions, you have even less to worry about. Robots have emotions too. True emotion isn't the effect of hormones; it's a Brand etched into the soul."
Samantha let out a breath of relief, then couldn't help glancing at Andrew. When she saw him looking over, she hurriedly looked away.
Andrew failed to notice Samantha's gaze and continued, "As for how to comprehend the Heart of Machinery? It's simple. Live as a robot and integrate yourself into that existence."
Samantha looked at the wall and asked, "When do we start?"
"As soon as you're ready, we can begin."
Andrew said, "You have three months to comprehend the Heart of Machinery. If you can't manage it within three months, I'll find another way to increase your strength. Three months from now, we'll go to war with the Empire again, and I'll need your ability."
Andrew had no intention of disrupting Chthon and the others' plans, because Earth needed this war. Besides, the Empire was sending another Fleet over. Why wouldn't he accept it?
"Three months? I understand. Don't worry, I'll comprehend it."
Samantha took a deep breath and said, "Let's start now. The sooner, the better. If it fails, we'll switch to another method immediately."
"All right. I'll go find