Matteo was perfectly content to enjoy the safety of their locally provided toad-skin umbrella, but he was a little curious about what assistance Etramri might actually provide. Since he was a little taller than Ash and it was slightly awkward to hunch under the ranger’s flapping animal skin, he ducked out and reached up innocently for the knight’s hand. If she didn’t break his wrist, maybe he’d actually be treated to a respite from the downpour. If it had been up to him he would have suggested they stop and look for shelter, but Matteo was just a lowly beggar looking for handouts from those much more qualified than him. [b]”I don’t have a cloak,”[/b] he said innocently. The rain probably could have washed the stink off him, but he didn’t care. It was also nice that Muu hadn’t taken the proffered bait, since she was the most vulnerable one. More charity for him! [b]”I appreciate it.”[/b]