Of course. Many people are.

[It isn't a judgement; he sounds-- understanding? Just as he's patient, delicate even, when it comes to Steve's next question.]

No, she isn't. Y is a friend. I'm genuinely sorry, but I can't actually tell you who owns me. I've been forbidden and my programming won't let me override a direct order from my owner. I know this makes me seem suspicious, but I promise I'm not here to hurt you or your friends.