Sawtooth Spire What do you call an alligator in a vest?...

Aariak had never been a father, and he doubted greatly that he would ever become one, but he had dealed with pups so many times before that he thought he knew what it actually felt like. Watching them grow and become their own selves is something the Caretaker couldn't describe, but it certainly did bring him a big deal of fullfillment.

"I'm just joking... It is always amazing to see them grow," the male reassured, passion filling his words. "I never get tired of it. But taking care of my brothers and uncle was not the same," Aariak joked, although his face looked worried as the thought of his travel buddies flooded his mind. But then Iqniq told him that he would be the new parents' first choice as babysitter, which was enough to cheer him up.

"I would be honored," he said with a bow and wagging tail. That was why he was there after all. But perhaps, this time he would stay after the job was done. Perhaps.