Something Nico says resonates with Tessla better than some Vashes has managed when it comes to humans - that there are assholes and just alright people that outnumber all else, rather than saying that humans have nice people. It's easier to think that most are bad and there are some that are okay.

She starts following him, keeping her distance but not as far as before.

"...I'm Tessla," the little girl finally shares.