@MoonflowerKuni He didn't flinch.. he was used to things being thrown at him, and they were usually much worse than simple mud balls.
So, he simply smiled out at the brat and offered a friendly wave.
"There he is~"
@BedoOfficially Pantalone didn't mind the silence, but he did keep an eye on Albedo to ensure he didn't suddenly fall. A scene involving them was not ideal, not for him.
Luckily, though, they arrived at their destination rather quickly; one of Pantalone's homes.
"Here we are, Albedo."
@BedoOfficially Albedo was so trusting. It was honestly adorable.. and dangerous. Luckily for the alchemist, Pantalone had no desire to harm him... just maybe manipulate him a bit.
Now, without waiting long, he began leading them away.
@BedoOfficially Pantalone got up shortly after. He then offered a hand to Albedo, if only to help the man steady himself.
"If you require assistance while we walk, let me know. I am more than willing to help you."
He only offered due to how wobbly the poor man was..
@BedoOfficially "Then come with me, Albedo. I'll bring you there immediately."
Though he'd like to lead right away, he couldn't. Not with the alchemist sat in his lap... even if the alchemist looked to weigh quite little.
@BedoOfficially "That I can certainly understand.."
He paused for a moment, hesitating before offering a gentle pat to Albedo's head.
"Perhaps you'd benefit from a longer break from them. I can provide you with a safe place to lay low if you'd like."
@BedoOfficially Ah, the chief alchemist.. and he was drunk, or at the very least, tipsy...
"I see. It's a pleasure to meet you, even if it is under unusual circumstances. Tell me, though.. what has you drinking at this time, hmm?"
Places a pouch into ( Reader's ) hands. The contents within was a small fortune of mora.
"Take this and spend it on whatever you'd like."
His tone implicated annoyance, saying: 'Take this and leave me lone.' More than anything.
@lapisofficially Pantalone's eyes followed Bingus to the dresser; it was actually quite nice and possibly worth the price mentioned before.
"Don't mind him. He won't damage anything. Especially since that seems to be something he wants."
He returned his attention to the owner.
"How much?"
@lapisofficially Pantalone soon followed the dragon inside, eyes falling onto the shop owner. He flashed the man a friendly smile.
"Excuse my friend there. He was simply excited to show me your... lovely shop."
@lapisofficially Pantalone followed with long strides, keeping up with the little fat, but fast, dragon. It wasn't an issue.
"Slow down. There's no rush to get there."