[ it's funny, but only because Keaton doesn't feel that Mikazuki is fragile or vulnerable. no, it's simply a basic need to be protective of anything--- a desire to keep dear treasures close out of fear of losing them. people can also be treasures, but not as things that have to be kept on a shelf or in his case, neatly piled somewhere.

polishing Mikazuki would be a pretty... unique thing to do. ]

Either way, uh... once you pass my inspection, I'll let you go. But only for now! I'm going to have to keep holding you like this on a regular basis, okay?

[ and by holding, firm snuggles. touches of a big nose against Mikazuki's cheek, possibly with nuzzles of a human-like cheek. he can't be shifted all the time. ]