Great last line. I definately got steampunk from it – which I’m guessing was your focus. I felt it focussed on two characters really: the robot and the narrator. In a way, they almost make up one complete character = the physical and the reaction to that physical presence.

Gorgeous detail of descript, had me reaching for my dictionary a couple of times as well which I always enjoy.
‘nothing but purpose’
if only humans could be so wonderfully functional!
(apologies for the late comment)

Melancholic in a way, a satisfied but dark conclusion to creative brilliance. It’s oddly compelling so nicely done.