Raphael decided not to ask. Instead, he gave Pancake a treat and draped the long sleeve of his cloak over it so that Michael wouldn't have to see her. "I'll make sure she stays away from you." He immediately realized he needed to warn Rose that his brother seemed to be disliking dogs right now. It was none of his business why, and if Michael wanted to tell him then it would be his choice.

Right now, Raphael was glad to see him. He smiled warmly at him. "What brings you here? Care to join me for something to eat?"