"Ginger tea was good thinking." He puts the strap back over his shoulder. "I didn't bring anything to add to the water, but perhaps I should have. Lesson learned."

While he doesn't speak mabari, he can tell something's wrong with Garahel. "I'm sorry. I know I took the toy back. I'll get you something later, all right? A... bone, or..." Anders looks over at Inessa for help. "Something do--mabari like."

Despite his loss at what would constitute a decent replacement, Anders is glad of this distraction. An animal, with a simple need. He can deal with that, even if there's slobber involved. Everything else from this trip? He's not sure about.