[Yeah no that's some... pretty intense eye contact. It's a little unnerving, to be honest, but all the same Hifumi obediently scratches behind one of his ears once it's clear he doesn't mind her petting him. She's not entirely sure why she hasn't before now, now that she's giving it some thought, but it must have been because there was always so much on her mind, what with shogi matches coming up and... well, everything to do with her mother.

Still, it seems a shame she hadn't even thought to ask about him before now.

Maybe Akira could have explained that he's the kind of cat to... nod. Sure, that's normal.]

Well, that's- good, I suppose. I don't think it's very safe for you to be wandering around alone, though...

[The slimes have been friendly so far, but if there's slimes, if there's dead dragons, it's a wonder he hasn't gotten gobbled up yet.]

I don't have a bag with me, but if you'd like to stay with me until we find Akira I could carry you in my arms.

[Must Protect Small Creature.]