"I will listen to a short tale and still tell you my long one."

He gave his head a rub that was filled with so much affection before wrapping his arm around him and bringing him with him. Away from everyone who might have judgement or question and to his place for some privacy. Just for a break. Waving for him to sit, he went to see about any soup they would have in the pot. They should surely have some of that left.

"Go on and begin while I get this for you."