[He relaxes, a little.] Well. It’s certainly good to know it wasn’t a unique experience- but who is she?

[The Rockruff wags his tail, clearly thrilled, and bounds forward, stopping just in front of Minfilia with one paw up to ask for petting. Thancred shakes his head, squatting to put a hand on his head.]

Patience, now. [He looks up at Minfilia, observing her- looking for how she’s changed.] That’s some time to be in a new place. How has it treated you?