D remains fairly unimpressed--both with Toki's manners and with his story. A pet for the sake of having something that someone else has? Because it looks cool and impressive? How typical. Well, if money is no object, then he has just the pet in mind...

"There is a chimera in my possession. It is called a Pixiu--part dragon, part lion, and part bird. They are fierce and loyal creatures that ward away evil spirits and bring wealth and good fortune to their masters. Some say that a truly devoted Pixiu will even follow its master beyond death, protecting their spirit and ushering them on their great wings into the heavens above."

He lifts his brows at the young man, giving him a questioning look. "Is that the sort of pet that you desire?"