[ As someone who does like dogs but never kept one as a pet, Wataru has a few little doubts over his pet owner skills, but Everett's words are so nice and encouraging... that, along with the pup itself seemingly agreeing with the choice, leaves him with a tiny bit of darker pink dusting his cheeks, and a smile cracking over his more relaxed features. ]

If it really is okay, and you can help me a bit, I would love to keep them.

[ He should check whether the pup is a boy or a girl, but he'll do that in a bit. ]

Surely I will return the favor should you ever need me for anything...