[ The lack of overzealous reaction is noted as a stand out, considering the people he's met so far. Jake even has it in him to find it almost disappointing. No matter how old he got, showing off never lost its appeal.

Suffice to say, Jake had already subconsciously decided to get this kid eventually. ]

Ear-thingy? Oh, right. [ The headset. Viveca mentioned it, but Jake hadn't given it a second thought since then. He didn't even remember how it worked. ] This Finn you met, what was he like? If that's the guy, maybe you could show me how to call him?

[ The dog sounds a little eager, daring to hope. Whatever he and Finn were to each other, Jake is clearly anxious to get back to him. ]