[ There's a tiny amount of satisfaction to be gained in causing Mika to startle, even if only a tiny amount.
He's gotten a reaction from him with this, meaning it might leave an impression on him. As a wolf, he remains taller than Mika, although not as much as before. Green eyes peer down into his human blue ones, human recognition there despite canine form. ]
A wolf. The wild ancestor of the dog.
[ Nothing in his voice to indicate condescension or even faint surprise with Mika's scant knowledge of earth animals, having begun his own education considerably late in his life. Knowledge, beyond what is most useful to know, is a luxury. In a situation like Mika's, survival takes precedence.
An even reply, a rote explanation. No interruption in the smooth quality of his voice and no visible reaction when the young man steps in closer. His fearless instinct proves correct -- McGillis has full control over the beast, since he's one with it. Since it's his creation.
When Mika reaches out to comb fingers through fur, it will feel as real and as soft as an animal's would. McGillis allows it, eyes glinting amusement. There's no indication that the action has made him uncomfortable. ]
They roam in packs and hunt prey. He's been useful for gathering food.
bringing the zoo to mika
He's gotten a reaction from him with this, meaning it might leave an impression on him. As a wolf, he remains taller than Mika, although not as much as before. Green eyes peer down into his human blue ones, human recognition there despite canine form. ]
A wolf. The wild ancestor of the dog.
[ Nothing in his voice to indicate condescension or even faint surprise with Mika's scant knowledge of earth animals, having begun his own education considerably late in his life. Knowledge, beyond what is most useful to know, is a luxury. In a situation like Mika's, survival takes precedence.
An even reply, a rote explanation. No interruption in the smooth quality of his voice and no visible reaction when the young man steps in closer. His fearless instinct proves correct -- McGillis has full control over the beast, since he's one with it. Since it's his creation.
When Mika reaches out to comb fingers through fur, it will feel as real and as soft as an animal's would. McGillis allows it, eyes glinting amusement. There's no indication that the action has made him uncomfortable. ]
They roam in packs and hunt prey. He's been useful for gathering food.