He blinks a few times at the question, the savage bugbear part of his brain taking joy in the futile squirming of his prey. Garrot casually states, "It's a hug, Zafika," until recognition sinks in. Squirming. Questioning. His eyes go wide and his ears droop a bit, and he quietly gasps. Oh no.

"Shit, I'm sorry!" And he lets go, completely and suddenly. "Was that too strong? Did I hurt you?" It won't be good if he debilitates a Knight with a hug, that's both embarrassing and terrible! "I wanted to do something friendly since you helped me out, but I definitely should have asked first, and I guess I forgot my own strength, and-" He hangs his head in shame. "I'm so sorry, Zafika!"