[ Behold, the power of optimism in the face of adversity. Also good company. Pretty company! He might be a little concerned about what he's doing here (and another issue whenever they get back to Caissa), but it's nothing that he can put off and deal with later! ]

Thanks! I feel honored to share a walk with such a gentle beauty.

[ A wink. The Alfersa are stunning and have every right to be proud, no doubt about that. But it's important to befriend other Heroes! Compliments help with that. ]

I'm sure! I cleared a plate earlier, and I'm pretty sure this is the same kind.

[ Just is case, he takes a bite out of one. It's still not pork filling, but when he's sure it's alright with a nod, he holds out a fresh one for Iri as he balances the plate in his free hand.

...The hand feeding thing is cute, but she's free to just grab it. ]