As tempting as it sounds, I'll probably stay as out-of-the-way as I can, if it's all the same to you. Dawn will shed enough light to find my way back, and I can find something in the wild to peck at then, if need be. [Literally. Though he does nod towards her, in gratitude.] I do believe my thanks are still in order for the offer. And for not chasing me off.

There's no need to hide away on my account, however. Our chat went much better than I'd originally feared, and I've certainly meant far worse conversation partners. [He...means that as a compliment, really.] Do whatever you like. I'm the one intruding on the nightly routine, here.