[It's reassuring to be faced with a human whose first instinct isn't to scream and run away. Or even flinch and shrink back, subconsciously hoping to make themselves a smaller target. He doesn't return the smile, expression set in a mask of calm lines, but he does give her hand (so much smaller than his own, with four fingers to his three) the most gentle of shakes. The gesture, while unfamiliar, is still recognized for what it is.]
And no, Dr. Ziegler, this should be fine. Thank you.
[The crinkly paper is given a curious poke. Beasts made do with whatever flat surface was available, and nevermind niceties like sterilized equipment. (Fighting off infection builds character!!) But he takes a seat regardless, easing himself onto the table and turning his focus to the slow, careful process of removing the armor that covers his upper body, piece by burnished piece.]
no subject
[It's reassuring to be faced with a human whose first instinct isn't to scream and run away. Or even flinch and shrink back, subconsciously hoping to make themselves a smaller target. He doesn't return the smile, expression set in a mask of calm lines, but he does give her hand (so much smaller than his own, with four fingers to his three) the most gentle of shakes. The gesture, while unfamiliar, is still recognized for what it is.]
And no, Dr. Ziegler, this should be fine. Thank you.
[The crinkly paper is given a curious poke. Beasts made do with whatever flat surface was available, and nevermind niceties like sterilized equipment. (Fighting off infection builds character!!) But he takes a seat regardless, easing himself onto the table and turning his focus to the slow, careful process of removing the armor that covers his upper body, piece by burnished piece.]
....your professionalism is appreciated.