"As I said, there was no harm done. There's no need to blame it for what comes naturally." Trahearne couldn't quite help smiling faintly at the way Leo scolded his pet, even if it wasn't very appropriate. The bibiru's total non-reaction just made it even funnier.

"Now, what kind of plants could have tried to eat you?" His smile was gone as quickly as it appeared, his expression more serious now even if his tone was still conversational. "I hope you don't suspect me of doing the same. I eat regular food."