"Yes, as a matter of act, he is," Hracin replied, having a culprit in mind already now. "Come out and say hello, Tarek."  The furry little critter poked its head out again, this time frmo a pocket near the Dwarf's chest.  Absently, Hracin stroked the ferret's head with a finger.  "He's a bit shy, sometimes.  Especially with the storm."