[ There's silence in return, and it might seem like they've cut the connection if not for the barely-there feeling of thoughtfulness. It's very faint, so far as feelings go, but the acuity is much sharper. They're considering what Matt's saying, deeply.

And eventually... ]

That is valuable to know.

[ +5 approval for matt. is that good? who knows! ]

It is worth exploring. My current tools can be adjusted. Hm. [ A silence again, but this one is briefer. ] Were you volunteering, earlier?