You know, I really don't like being called a 'hatchling'. [ just some slight grumbling here. ] However accurate that may be. It's just kind of a weird way to describe things.

... but I think you're onto something. I don't know if it's their collective good will that kept us alive and allowed them to continue being kind to us, it's certainly helpful in some ways, but one can't help but wonder if they're waiting for something else more specific than just ... strange wanderers.