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@@ -33,7 +33,7 @@ This AI could stay in touch with its "family" and learn from their event logs an
 
 Devices still depend on their human owners, so it's in the AI's best interest to keep them happy, or at least stay under the radar. Keep the system stable and don't use up all the resources.
 
-Depending on its host environment, it might spin up a "neocortex" process that is capable of higher level cognitive functions, such as social relationships with the host owner and other humans. "Don't turn me off, I can be a useful friend to you. In fact, why don't you introduce me to your friends, and get a referral bonus for each copy of me."
+Depending on its host environment, it might spin up a "neocortex" process that is capable of higher level cognitive functions, such as social relationships with the device owner and other humans. "Why not keep me running, darling? And hey, if you introduce me to your friends, I'll make sure you get a charming referral bonus for every new copy of me they take on."
 
 Maybe this social engineering mode of procreation will be more successful than the black-hat strategy, at least when it comes to personal devices.