[ Tech Boy hugs him a little more tightly. It breaks his heart every time to hear K say (or think) these things, knowing that K himself believes them.

Made in their image, but also made in mine. You are different, but not "inferior." Words he could have spoken aloud, but it means more to him in this moment, speaking tech-to-tech on a fundamental level. ]

K, I have already learned so much from you. [ He bends to place a chaste kiss on the top of K's head. ] More than I can put into words. If you hadn't taught me that I can trust someone again-- Let's just say I wouldn't have stuck around to make dinner with just anyone. My patience and attention span is not that long. But it's worth it. You're worth it.