[Daneel's not really capable of badmouthing either Dr. Fastolfe or Lady Gladia. There had always been no doubt of the nature of their relationship with him - namely, that he served them. They had not been friends. Partner Elijah had been a definite friend. Kobra is trying to be that now.]

Forgive me, Kobra. It's not expected that robots will have 'friends'. Our fuction is to serve, to perform the tasks given to us. I've had one human friend, and I treasure Partner Elijah's memory, but I admit he took some time to feel comfortable with the idea of calling me his friend.