[ He catches the pout and can't help but add commentary. ]

If you've been living off packs, it's no wonder you're sour. Ain't nothing like the real deal. There a reason you've been holding off?

[ If she doesn't want to explain, he isn't about to pry. It's her business, through and through. Nines figures it might have something to do with a fear of going too far, of draining the person dry. He'd be lying if he said he never freaked out over the idea - especially when he was first embraced. Learning the ropes, finding out what you can and can't do - it's a bitch when your sire up and leaves you. ]