[Alisaie being unapologetically herself is one of the things he likes most about her. She's not deceptive or duplicitious, even when she was aggressive. So, the feeling like this is awkward dissipates slightly because he does trust her entirely, because he knows her well enough at this point.
So he just sighs, also looking down at Erastis.]
I think he wants to wear 'em. More his style anyway.
[When Taf wanders into his lap, Spike is surprised for a moment before smiling fondly and gently petting him. In that moment, and really in all moments, he's so glad to know this girl and he's decided that he'll kill and die for her.]
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So he just sighs, also looking down at Erastis.]
I think he wants to wear 'em. More his style anyway.
[When Taf wanders into his lap, Spike is surprised for a moment before smiling fondly and gently petting him. In that moment, and really in all moments, he's so glad to know this girl and he's decided that he'll kill and die for her.]