Once they arrived at Javier's personal workshop, Aelius watched as Buddy came rushing toward them, feathers fluffed.
"Cuquawked!!!"
The huge Pekko nuzzled his head insistently against Javier's shoulder.
"Oi! We just got back last night! Don't tell me you miss me already!"
"Cuquawked!!"
"Oh… right. I promised you meat, didn't I?"
"Cuquawked!!"
"I'll give it to you later. Jeez! You know Father's wedding hasn't even started yet!"
Buddy turned his head and narrowed his eyes, a look that clearly said, You liar.
Javier just shook his head, a fond smile tugging at his lips. "I will give it to you later. For now, go hang out with Pikko and the others."
"Cuquawked!"
"You still spoil that Pekko of yours, huh, little brother?"
"Hmm? Of course. You know how much he cost me when I first got him? Twenty gold coins!" Javier smirked. "My own money. You and Athine should look after your Pekko too, Aelius. They're your protectors when you need them."
"Yeah… I know. Pekko are special."
