[There had certainly been times when Ai had felt weird explaining things to others that she had taken for granted at home; things she didn't really notice and thought as completely mundane. Technology, for one thing.]

...Coming into Luceti must have been an even bigger shock to you than it was for me, then. [She lifted her brows slightly as she gave a small nod.] Seeing the technology here as well. The Battle Dome is very alien for one thing, even to me. [As she had found out today, as a matter of fact.]

The future... It has its problems, but it is kinder on most people, yes. [It was a much more peaceful time, for instance, with plenty of conveniences for those who could afford them.]