"Well, it's complicated," Ava explains, getting a plate from the buffet and handing it out for Demona.

"It's a matter of survival at the present moment. So yes, I'll give up my fair share of emotional distress if that sustains existence. But I'm focused on finding a better solution where none of this is necessary. In the longterm," but she's stalled out on ideas at the moment. Doesn't know what the next step is meant to be.

She grabs her own plate, and goes straight for the seafood selection. "Because I don't think the Captain is particularly pleased with these circumstances either."