[ While he's been here, his demeanor with strangers has been stiff and formal; he is duty-bound to be the best tool he can... but when Seiya is affectionate, he just... melts. The happiness at having this animal be kind to him is real. He smiles and tries to pet him in whatever manner makes him most congenial. ]

Seiya... it's a good name. In my language, it means "starry night". He does look like a star. [ Gods, he's rarely spoken about Japan with anyone but very close associates. ]

Did you bring him from your homeland?