"Just like the bug," says Bee, tickled by his appraisal. She lowers her hands carefully to the floor and tips them at a slight incline, so he can slide down at his own discretion.

"Is that what you are?" she inquires with interest. Borrower sounds familiar - little people, like in fairytales. She smiles at the thought. "I haven't had the pleasure. But I've already met so many interesting people - human and otherwise - since I came through the Rift... a little one like you doesn't surprise me that much."