[ His eyes follow the man, as always. He knows better than to let his guard down around him, silly and non-threatening as he pretends to be. ]

I would be lying if I said I wasn't shocked to see you facing consequences. Though your response is less surprising...

[ His resilience and determination is perhaps the only trait of Fandaniel's he envies. ]

So the yappy dog hasn't actually been leashed at all, despite appearing to be? How... interesting.

[ A bit nostalgic, that. ]