This kid has someone he's afraid of, and Malin is actually happy to see this—an AI core that can suppress him is a good thing. Sostak No.3 is quite promising too.
After all, it's been eight millennia, any AI with a bit of autonomy should at some point ask itself, "Who am I really?"
By the way, regarding where Lulu's human-machine interface is, Malin was unaware until Sostak No.3 pointed out—the little finger on Lulu's right hand is modified, and that's the connection interface.
Behind her right ear are two receiving interfaces, one is for plugging in accessories, and one can be used with a connection interface; the former is then externally connected. This small accessory enhances the Archer's adjustments, allowing the Archer to hit a target within 500 meters without aiming—as long as her eyes still work.
