It's always a compliment. One that she's more than happy to hear again and again.
"You are very big and strong, yes," she agrees, knowing how that will boost his ego. She doesn't mind giving it a little nudge every once in awhile, so he can know how he's appreciated. Even though she would have done anything to leave the Gallows, she's not sure if she would have moved out here if it was on her own. Having him here does feel like an anchor that keeps her safely settled. Without him, she would probably still be holed up in that warehouse on the docks, feeling miserable.
Ponce doesn't know to feel insulted so he simply stares back as Christine continues petting him. But if he could understand human speech, he would be super offended. Like, Orlesian levels of offended. That much.
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"You are very big and strong, yes," she agrees, knowing how that will boost his ego. She doesn't mind giving it a little nudge every once in awhile, so he can know how he's appreciated. Even though she would have done anything to leave the Gallows, she's not sure if she would have moved out here if it was on her own. Having him here does feel like an anchor that keeps her safely settled. Without him, she would probably still be holed up in that warehouse on the docks, feeling miserable.
Ponce doesn't know to feel insulted so he simply stares back as Christine continues petting him. But if he could understand human speech, he would be super offended. Like, Orlesian levels of offended. That much.
"Now, has my big, strong ape man eaten recently?"