I--believe I am. I, er, wasn't aware I could do that. [Considering it was a startle reaction, it's entirely possible he hadn't been able to phase before. He is very new, and still discovering what he is and isn't capable of. But he'll check that out later. Right now, he reaches up to squeeze Wanda's hand, solid and warm.] I am sorry to have startled you.

[And he at least had had such a pleasant night. The few times he'd surfaced to near-consciousness, he'd been aware of Wanda curled up against him and, feeling safe, had sunk back into rest. Now, initial reaction aside, he's feeling rested and ready to face whatever today may bring.

And so he confronts the culprit, who seems to be sniffing at his tentatively offered hand and wondering if he can provide food. Once she seems satisfied that he's friendly, he scratches at the top of her head.] Hello there, Zora. What brings you to us this morning?