Ruby raised an eyebrow when Ayaka had mentioned raising dragons. Yes, that would definitely be something he would be interested in doing. After all, how could he reject the opportunity while it was practically given to him? But before he could respond verbally, Mystique mentioned a firecat who was magically conjured out of nowhere. . [i]was that what it was or something else?[/i]

[b]"Adorable,"[/b] he let it slide out quietly as he tried to recover, [b]"I mean, uh, would you mind if I pet him? Or would he mind?"[/b] He asked, gesturing sheepishly to the cat.