"They live inside their bodies as little bubbles. They can, mmm, hiccup these bubbles later. It's cute actually." But then the mention of the deer in the parks made him laugh. "A little bigger. Mine can be greedy about demanding affection once it gets comfortable with you at least."

The man agreeing to have patience with him brought a warm look to his face. He did notice the look and the scratch but perhaps it was just an itch. Baiyi seemed fine otherwise. So he didn't draw attention to it and instead offered the man a distraction.

"You know, it did feel good to have my body exposed to you like that and for you to accept it so readily. It's something I've always dreamed of. Having it happen with the people here warms me every time."