Unfortunately, Garrot does not sound cool, not with all of that sniffling and his nose being stuffed, but it's honestly not something Zafika really cares for. And besides, since to him, they exploded, anyone would be upset and shocked after seeing something like that.
Being scooped up to a bridal carry? Now that's definitely surprising, and maybe mildly embarrassing, but there's no backing away now. So they only hold onto Garrot lightly for support, since he seems to have a pretty firm grip on them and their tail is still around them. It's only two quick little hops and Garrot is back on the ground, and they expect to be placed down too once he has a solid footing.
Except not. Instead they're bit awkwardly pulled into a hug, and they blink for a bit in surprise before they properly register what Garrot is saying and... it makes them feel guilty, and that shuddering sigh breaks their heart the tiniest bit.
They didn't react immediately to being hugged, but better late than never. And, thank god, they're not rejecting it, and instead wrap their arms around Garrot's shoulders and squeeze, not needing to worry about being careful since their minimal strength most likely can't hurt him. But hey, this is great improvement compared to day one. "I'm sorry for worrying you... but I'm okay, I promise." Their voice is little muffled, since their face is partially buried against Garrot with how they're smooshed against him. But they don't honestly mind, not even that he's soaking wet.
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Being scooped up to a bridal carry? Now that's definitely surprising, and maybe mildly embarrassing, but there's no backing away now. So they only hold onto Garrot lightly for support, since he seems to have a pretty firm grip on them and their tail is still around them. It's only two quick little hops and Garrot is back on the ground, and they expect to be placed down too once he has a solid footing.
Except not. Instead they're bit awkwardly pulled into a hug, and they blink for a bit in surprise before they properly register what Garrot is saying and... it makes them feel guilty, and that shuddering sigh breaks their heart the tiniest bit.
They didn't react immediately to being hugged, but better late than never. And, thank god, they're not rejecting it, and instead wrap their arms around Garrot's shoulders and squeeze, not needing to worry about being careful since their minimal strength most likely can't hurt him. But hey, this is great improvement compared to day one. "I'm sorry for worrying you... but I'm okay, I promise." Their voice is little muffled, since their face is partially buried against Garrot with how they're smooshed against him. But they don't honestly mind, not even that he's soaking wet.