"Not anymore, maybe. We've all got our creature comforts, though."

Back in the old days, Vyng might have turned into a dog just to prove a point. But he's a different person now. He's put all that behind him. Consequently, he lets the denial roll off his back by quietly tucking his long legs underneath himself and leaning back on the heels of his palms.

Slippers is enjoying herself, at least. You don't have to speak dog to see how much her tail is wagging.