[Soundwave is good at social interactions with strangers, yes. Very good, in fact, that she doesn't start a conversation as she walks and the other floats side by side.

At least they didn't need to search for long until they reached wherever the chefs are holding a seminar. And it's until they're close that she finally speaks.]

.... I heard they're holding a seminar. Demonstrating their skills and how to cook an octopus. Are you interested in watching it?

[That's a... decent conversation starter.]