Yes, well.

[He tries for a small smile.]

The transformations aren't so pleasant, so I suppose it's a win and a loss. And the fleas-- really, you're not missing out on much.

I truly mean it, though. I would . . . fight for you. If need be. Just as I would for Derek, or Erika, or even Scott, though he's not technically in our pack. You're . . . you've made a home for me here. There's very little I wouldn't do for you in return.