"Yes, it certainly seems so." ZEX looked at his hands. "It's amazing to me, that you can manage so many small limbs at once, and coordinate them as well. One would think that'd get too complicated over time, but humans do seem to very resourceful."

She changed color! That was encouraging. ZEX's smile grew a bit broader. "Mmm, it's my pleasure, you know. I adore your species, and I haven't met nearly enough females, I don't think. Particularly any as striking as yourself."