[ Hm. What if it's a fruit shard? It tasted fruity, after all. Beat doesn't vocalize these thoughts but Josh will be able to hear them nonetheless. Plant shard. Maybe it's for plants.

But he looks pleased that Beiwe is strong, his tail wagging on the surface of the water. ]

Ima see if I can't talk to her, I bet she's so kick ass.

[ He sighs, then turns his attention to Josh, and takes a moment to simply stare at him. The soft puppy eyes again, just taking him in.

Before just blurting: ]

I missed you. I ain't 'member much but I know I did, 'cuz it's onna those things you feel, you know? I'm glad I'm back...