I only called you a monster because you said that you wouldn't mind. Unless I got the type of monster wrong? I'll take suggestions! [ flat tilts his head all too innocently, but there's a curious sparkle in his eyes that gives away how interested he is in this stranger. ]

And besides, what's wrong with monsters? I think they're cool, too. Godzilla, Spring-Heeled Jack, or even Sadako, all of them are amazing in their own way and I'd love to befriend them all.

[ he says this earnestly. whether or not he knows that these are just legends or fictional characters is up for akechi's interpretation. ]

But if you're worried, I'm pretty sure we could ask around for a collar and leash for you.

[ he says this so casually; a genuine suggestion. ]