Her head tilted at the teen, but Ed paused with the 'pet' remark, blinking as if legitimately confused by that assessment. When he moved over and knelt down she curled around him on the floor. "It's not like that."

The adult leaned in, speaking to her softly before standing and backing off again. "She's worried, that's all. You should be good now. Drop by next time you want a shower." Or don't, he didn't really care either way.