Abby nodded and wished Kate a goodnight before entering one of the rooms. She sunk down onto the bed, thinking about what the mage had said before realizing just how tired she was and preparing for bed.<br/><br/>Jasper heard Kate coming down the stairs and turned one ear in her direction without lifting his head. When she called his name he got up watched her with his head tilted slightly. He watched as Kate looked out the window as the falling snow before quietly jumping up and placing his front paws on the back of the couch as well. He shifted into his human form, keeping his gaze on the snow, his ears moving as Kate spoke, picking up all sounds.<br/><br/>He didn't feel tired, at least not as much as he had. He also didn't need anything at the moment, though he appreciated Kate asking. As he watched the snow falling, he tried to figure out what it was that he wanted. It was still new, trying to express his own wants but Kate was making it easier. Jasper turned to face the fire once more, his tail curling beside him as he thought.<br/><br/>A few moments passed before Jasper could pinpoint what it was he wanted, he wanted affection. Almost shyly he looked to Kate, his gaze shifting from her to the floor as he tried to express himself.<br/><br/>"Kate..." Jasper's ears lowered slightly at the thought of the request. "Could I...may I have a hug?" It felt odd asking, and Jasper worried about how childish he had sounded having such a hard time asking for something so simple that he kept his head down. He would understand if she said no, but he hoped that she wouldn't.