( You get used to it, huh? Nico supposes that must be true: most of the people she's seen with more advanced transformations seem to be getting on with their lives just fine, and this guy's canine situation isn't half as extreme as some of the other stuff she's seen. )

Well, it's kinda cute. Suits you, I think.

( She offers a playful wink. )

How'd you feel about keepin' me company on the way to the forge? Just in case there's any more uh ... bag-related mishaps.