[Ryou will probably care about the tree thing some other time, but he really doesn't pay it much mind right now. At the very least, to any of Noa's strange pets, Ryou isn't likely to seem threatening.

Just...boring. He moves on suggestion and just takes a seat when prompted, focusing on Noa with a small frown on his face.]

I know. I don't want to worry them, but I'm aware I'm doing it anyway.

[His clawed fingers grasp at his knees, perhaps harder than he means to.]

Is this what you wanted to talk about, Noa? Because if so, I don't think I'm going to be able to help you.