Two things happened at once. Rowan said to Keegan, "It's alright to come say hello with a proper pet if you want. I have a feeling that you both are going to get along fine."

At the same time, and as Rowan watched, Grim yawned and then looked up at Keegan with a deliberate feline look of sizing up competition before arching his neck out toward the newcomer, looking to sniff his hand.

Once Rowan saw him do that, she arched an eyebrow. "Well this is a good sign, anyway."