Beast had an exasperated air about him for a moment. "I...I'm...not used to..." He trailed off, then rubbed at the fur on his collar. "I'm not used to people being nice to me," he blurted out quickly. It was hard to admit that to someone he hardly knew, but it was very true.

What few people he'd met since...then...he scared them. Before coming here, the only ones who'd shown him any kindness were his servants.