"Kumori," Shiba repeated scratching behind the cat's ear. The kitten seemed to appreciate the attention as it purred happily, causing Shiba to chuckle. Animals were so easy to please, if only humans were the same. Finally straightening up, he focused his attention on Elk. His lips pulling in a mischievous smile. "Ah, I would like that," he all but chirped.

All of the sudden though, he paused only to openly grin at the shorter boy. "You're cute after all," he announced with a playful wink.