Swamped

One thing has been eating away at the back of your mind you ever since you got that note.

The "Host" knew you were a sound specialist. You can only think of two ways they could find that out: if they read your notebook, or if they had the camp under surveillance.

And your notebook wasn't disturbed, as best as you can tell. That suggest the camp is still in danger, even if you go free.

You decide your best option is to meet the Host for yourself. And perhaps you can use your project as an excuse.

You write a note in response.

I believe I have constructed a device which can solve your problem. However, as I only have a model of the smaller voice box as opposed to a functional prototype, I cannot be certain my sound amplifier will be compatible. I would like to speak with you directly, so I can explain how it works well enough for you to make any necessary adjustments yourself, and repair it in the event of malfunction.

Besides, having seen your creations up close, I can't help but be curious about the mind that created them. It would be a pleasure to meet you.

You send it off, and soon get a response.

Regrettably, it is not possible for me to meet you in person at this time. Please provide me with the device and I will inform you if I have any questions about how it works. You will be returned to your outpost shortly once I am satisfied that I understand what you have done.

You can't say you're that surprised. You get the distinct impression that your captor is involved in something big, bigger than just making mechanical servants. He probably doesn't want to risk you being able to identify him, even if you wouldn't know him from another human at a glance.

So. Should you just do what he says, or try to convince him to show himself somehow?