"It's a pleasure to meet you all." Mooldrat finally lifted his head, trying his best to make his smile amiable. "As Jack stated, I'll proudly be accompanying the daughter of Eedaj. Should you need, I'll give up my life."
Daliea was taken aback, feeling both nervous and touched to receive such a companion. She stepped toward Mooldrat and asked, "Can I call you Mool for short?"
"Of course you may." Mooldrat's big eye blinked, startling the spooked Eliza but not Daliea.
"Can I feel your tentacles?" asked Daliea, reaching out her hand.
"Sure, but be careful of the barbs. I don't want you hurting yourself by accident," replied Mooldrat. "I hate to be the cause of your pain, Daughter of Eedaj."
"You can call me Daliea, Mool. I'd prefer that since we'll be partners from now on."
"Thank you, it's an honor, Daliea."
