She started to state her approval once he'd made it clear that chocobos were not considered pets. That wasn't what she'd wanted, as such pursuits were frivolous and unnecessary. She could have plucked up a stray kitten if that were what she desired.

But it seemed she'd been misunderstood once again. Natalia held up her hand to quell his critical gaze. "I didn't say any of that, please don't presume otherwise. I only wanted to ensure that this was time well spent, knowing how little of it we have available to us. I would be glad to take a chocobo as a partner. I just wasn't certain what role they played: pets, or companions that could prove helpful in the days ahead. If you truly believe the endeavor to be time well spent, then my concerns are laid to rest."