His heart swells at the sight, at the knowledge that this gift went beyond his expectations. James had wanted a positive piece of home for Bela as well as the sort of companion only animals can be. He nuzzles against her touch, not unlike the cat (without realizing it), smiling ear to ear. But James is quick to bring up a finger in admonishment, angling his head downwards a bit and looking partially through lashes at her. "Don't do that. I wanted to do this for you, Bela. I would do it again."

Maybe James could have asked for more, but it didn't feel right, nor did it feel like an available option. He'd wanted something from home for Gabriel as well, and he could certainly think of something for himself, and yet when he'd stepped up to Emmanuel, Bast and Bela were the first things on his mind.