Gilded Bay i don't mean a big reduction in the price of beer

He cracked a smile at her - it's a wonder the grumpy boy could make her laugh so brightly. It had been easier, just caring for himself, having no one to worry about - yet he much preferred Minty's company than his own. He hadn't felt attached to his mother, his half-brother, his packmates... But Minty had ensnared him quite easily.

Of course Minty was nice enough to want to help out the strange, creepy jelly creatures. You're sure you'd want to touch one of them? They look... unpleasant. He commented unsurely.

As she got distracted, he got a little closer to crouch down and look at the creature she'd found. He'd seen the things before, but he had no idea what they were called if he was being honest. I'd call this one Jerry.