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[Pops in immediately.]

What breed?

White German Shepard.

[ You can't see it but Dojima has the smallest of smiles on his face. How did he know you'd show up?]

Seems he might be 'Arthur's' hunting dog; he's got a dog collar with 'Cavall' on the name tag.

[White german shepard.]

I see.

[HIS ANSWERS MAY LOOK LIKE HIS USUAL SHORT, CURT REPLIES but in truth there's some wistfulness on his end. ...Not that he should really be all that wistful given that dogs and wolves tend to gather around him, anyway. But to have one as his own partner...to have that special bond between an owner and dog...

...Sigh.]

Do you need help or advice in taking care of it?

--

[ Dojima was about to write 'no, I should be alright' but paused, leaving just a scratch on the page for a moment as he thought about it. Eustace asking this... made him think back to that time during the Autumn festival, and Eustace in his wolf form carrying back that puppy to his house...

Yeah, he had a better answer. ]

It's been a while since I've had a pet, so advice would be great.

Also, I was actually a bit worried about being able to take him on walks on days I'm stuck at the guard house working...

[Immediate response:]

I'll do it.

I appreciate it, Eustace.

[ Thank god Eustace isn't here, cause Dojima's not holding back the small chuckles. You're hard to read usually, but bring up dogs and Eustace was like an open book... ]

He's well behaved, at least. He's sitting on the couch with me with his head on my lap.

[Eustace did not just sit still in his chair with quill half raised while imagining this and had a flash of envy or anything. No he did not. ~~he did~~ ~~maybe he should try calling in the local wolf pack—~~]

How old is he?

Seems like he's fully grown but still young... so maybe 2 or 3 at most?

[ A beat, before Dojima continues writing. ]

Would you be up for meeting him now?

[2 or 3...a young adult at best, but would still be treated like a pup and need adequate training both for Dojima and general social interactions...

He actually has more questions, but upon reading the one from Dojima, his hand automatically (and very swiftly and somewhat heavily) writes:]

Yes.

[...Hm, maybe that was a little too eager—]

Where should we meet?

You know where my place it? I don't have a leash for him yet and don't want to risk him getting distracted by a rabbit in the woods or something.

[ He's trying so very hard not to laugh. And failing. ]

I should be able to keep him in line, but if you wish I can bring a suitable leash.

Not if you have to go out of your way for it; I trust you.

No, it's fine. I know a place.

[Dojima, do not be surprised if Eustace arrives with giant bags of goods just for Cavall.

Because he will.]

What's his temperament so far?

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I got a ghost.

...Ah. That's rough.

Is it a particular ghost, or just a generic one?

Some sailor. Sometimes he's even helpful.

He got a name?

Well, it's good he's helpful... he doesn't keep you up too much does he?

[ What the hell is this entire conversation. Why. What has brought his life to this point where he's just accepted this other man is being haunted by a ghost? ]

Haven't asked, and he doesn't stick around if I don't want him to thankfully.

So he's like the knights I can summon.

Come to think of it, I never really experimented to see how long they'd stay around...

Time to test that out maybe.

I have a bad feeling if I tried, Rokurou would pop out of the bushes to try and fight them.

Only if you tell him you're doing it.

He came at me while dressed as the headless horsman during the jousting contest, so I just assume if swords are involved, he'll show up.

Like a sixth sense. For swords.

More like a sixth sense for fighting. It's a daemon thing.

[ Dojima figured it would be best to privatize the next bit of his question. Probably because they felt overly intrusive. ]

Right... what does that mean exactly in your world?

Humans give off malevolence, which is basically an aura of negative emotions. It's not strictly bad, but too much of it in an area or in someone's heart causes problems. These problems include turning people--mortal or seraphim--into daemons. Most lose their sense of self, but Rokurou kept his. I don't think he can be turned back, either.

Malevolence, huh? Don't suppose positive emotions create anything useful, then?

[ But seriously... negative emotions turning people into demons? It sounded ridiculous... and just liable to make any tragedy breed more. ]

Huh. Didn't know he was such a special case.

Rokurou's special in a lot of ways.

You have a dog now?

I never got a pet outside of one of those dragon eggs, but I got the ability to talk to sea creatures.

Yeah, seems like he was one of the power upgrades, along with a new weapon.

Oh, you picked one of those up? Did it hatch yet?

Huh. I didn't know animals counted as power upgrades. Is it a nice dog?

It did! She's a little water dragon.

Arthur was noted for having particular animals; I have Llamrei, his horse already, and his hunting dog was named Cavall. So I guess it makes sense.

Yeah, he's a good boy so far. Seems pretty smart. You'll have to meet him next time you're over.

Water dragon, huh? Appropriate for you. Got a name for her yet?

[ ...Actually did he want to know how you tell the gender of a dragon? ]

He was?
Huh... I guess that makes sense, then.

I'd love to meet him!

Yeah, it was pretty lucky. I decided to name her Snapper. Because she likes to bite things.

Yeah, I'm not sure why... but then I guess we also have legends where a heroes horse is named. Animals were still vital to survival back then as well as now, after all.

Sure thing. Eustace is coming over first but, if you want to visit soon just give me a heads up. I'll try to have something to snack on handy.

Ah. Sounds... appropriate.

[ Poor Roxas. ]

That makes sense. I think it's still pretty neat.

Sure! I'll check back later, after Eustace goes over.

Yeah. She's really cute, but has a really strong jaw. She could probably snap sticks if she wants.

Congrats on your new friend.

[ Ah, Sylvain again. Dojima was wondering about him-- ]

Thanks.

I'm a little concerned he'll get bored with me; I haven't gone hunting before.

[ It wasn't exactly necessary in modern times, after all. ]

You have much experience with that?

Um, a little. Not as much as you might think.

I know how to exercise a dog, though. If he's a hunting dog he's chill with horses, right? You can just bring him with you when you go riding.

Huh, that's a good point. Wouldn't surprise me if Llamrei recognizes him too.

[ Llamrei being Dojima's horse. Or Arthur's, to be more precise. ]

You holding up alright, Sylvain?

Considering everything, I would agree with that.

[How cute and also extremely uncomfortable of you to fuss Dojima! Please stop.]

Oh yeah, fantastic. No politics to play, no big wars to fight, it's practically boring! I've been training in the armor and lance they've left for me so I'm prepared, though.

[ A dog. For some reason, that sets Felix's teeth on edge. ]

does a giant egg count?

[ Huh. Dojima'd seen this guy's name come up in the journal before, but he couldn't put a face to him... ]

Not unless the egg barks. Did you order a dragon egg from the journal?

got it in one. i thought it'd be interesting. turns out that an egg is just an egg, no matter how giant

Did you find a name for it yet?

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