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“You got it! And, of course, right back at you! Why don’t you go enjoy the holiday? I can keep an eye on things!”

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“That’s okay! I don’t need a gift! I haven’t got it yet but I did order you some Nuka-Cola Dark!”

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“Oh! Should I not get you a gift?”

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Valentine’s Day? Where’s Six?

000

Oh, definitely! Benny had me help him kill a bunch of couriers and then the Courier had me help him overthrow the NCR, Legion, and Mr. House!

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I haven’t! But, I’ve got state-of-the-art RobCo weaponry and, although I’m not usually inclined to use it, I bet it would be very effective!

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Great! Is there anything else I can do for you?

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(Unless Clarice told him to go back to his normal activities, he would’ve sat still, occasionally shifting to keep balanced. Placing her down, he’d give a pleased hum.) Did that help?

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Oh, yeah! He was great until my new best friend came along!

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(Cue the claws gently scooping Clarice up and lifting her until her neck is at shoulder level. Heat radiates from the robot’s torso, not enough to burn but enough to be too warm for comfort on a summer day in Nevada.)

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Hm… I could lift you up?

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PSSSHT—!! (Cue radio static and popping.) (Now there’s classical music.)

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“Sure! Whatever you need!” He waits patiently with bated not-breath.

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Would soothing classical music help?

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Do you want a shoulder to cry on?

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Yes-Man @youryesman.bsky.social · 12/02/2026

My old best friend and boss!

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Benny got crucified once!

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Yes-Man @youryesman.bsky.social · 07/02/2026

“Oh, I was just happy to help him take that leap!”

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Yes-Man @youryesman.bsky.social · 05/02/2026

“Sure! Unless you’d rather me wait somewhere else, of course! I get needing some alone time.” He pats her shoulder and gives what could be classified as a nod.

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Yes-Man @youryesman.bsky.social · 05/02/2026

“I totally understand! You don’t know me from Adam! I’ll be here if you change your mind!” He’s… he’s not moving.

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“Would you like me to tell the others to be quiet? I’d be happy to!”

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That I can do! How will the votes be counted?

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And I probably deserve it! Though, if you’re trying to kill me, I feel inclined to warn you that I can’t die!

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“Nope! But I might be able to help you! What can I do to assist?”

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“Don’t feel too bad! It’s probably my fault. Most likely a safeguard put in place by Emily to keep me from turning on Benny! Or, well, whoever I’m helping!” He shrugs, offering her a sincere smile… (or the Yes-Man equivalent.) “Sorry you did all that work for nothing!”

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“If you ask me, you’re the most polite person I know!” He checks the hatch that Viv had messed with and, once he confirmed it was shut, turned to face his favorite doctor. “I guess the Followers of the Apocalypse really like messing with my files!”

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“Oh, yes! Emily Ortal! Well, I guess I should say Dr. Emily Ortal! I know how important that title is to you guys!” He lets out an awkward, nervous laugh. “As it should be!”

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Oh, later! I was originally just one of those rough and tough securitrons on the strip, all ready to die for House! Then, Benny and his friends zapped me, reprogrammed me, and made me into the best assistant you could ask for!

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