I don't think it's my place to explain; and I don't know the whole of it, besides. Ask him about big worms, that's always a ride. [haha, do though. worms... he hums.] Few people have been better friends to me.

[Speaking of sentimental. He grins at Viktor's fussing and lifts his head, catching Viktor's jaw with his fingertips and turning him into a proper kiss. Play with his hair again in a minute; this is the reward for sentiment and pre-approving his myriad odd friends.

Very good. Chalkboard defense. Yes.]

I can ask Rocky to perch on it for the duration, too, if anyone gets past us to get in here. I'm sure she'll be quite the deterrent.