The solosis that Adia is petting is doing an admirable job controlling its slime as well. When it sees its friend get picked up by Madrone, it squeaks inside Adia's head Me too! and rolls around excitedly. Adia laughs and gently scoops up her new friend, placing it on her shoulder as well. "Caspar, it's okay. It's only their way of communicating."

Caspar has his hands crossed over his chest, trying to not look as freaked out as he feels. The professor's reassurance helps a little, but it also embarrasses him. "I'm fine," he mutters, then looks down at Tepig, who is nuzzling his leg. "I'm fine."

Tepig sits down on her haunches. "Pig," she whines softly.

Caspar sighs and drops his arms. "Sorry, kiddo." He crouches down and scratches the piglet behind the ears, causing her to snort and wag her tail happily. She nudges his hands with her warm snout and he laughs. "What, you want to be picked up, too?" She nods enthusiastically and he scoops her into his arms, letting her rest there when he straightens up again.

"You okay down there, Rowlet?" Adia had been watching her boyfriend with a soft smile, but she doesn't want her own companion to feel left out. The Rowlet raises a feathery wing and salutes. All good down here, thanks!