The discussion focuses on proving that the function E(x), which counts the numbers relatively prime to x, is multiplicative, meaning E(xy) = E(x)E(y) for distinct coprime integers x and y. The initial proof is demonstrated using two distinct primes, showing that the count of integers relatively prime to their product can be derived from the counts for each prime. The conversation then extends to the general case of distinct coprime integers and prime powers, emphasizing that the totient function is only multiplicative when the integers share no common prime factors. The participants clarify the notation and formulas related to the totient function, reinforcing the understanding of its multiplicative property under specific conditions. The discussion concludes with the acknowledgment that the totient function's multiplicative nature is limited to coprime integers.