Simon chuckled softly as he waited for Silvio to finish packing up his leftovers. Once that was done, he took the plate, along with any other dishes still on the table, to join the others by the sink. Since it was just the two of them, it didn’t take very long to get the dishes and pans washed, dried and put away. He did have to ask where most things went – partly because he’s been living in Silvio bedroom and also because he wanted to put them exactly where Silvio wanted them so the wolf could find them later.

“I’m happy to help. It’s the least I can do while I’m here.” He doesn’t mean to imply this living arrangement is temporary. Simon simply doesn’t want to assume it’s permanent and not ‘until you’re feeling well enough to shower and eat without someone prompting you to.’

“Can you give me a moment to get something else on before we walk?”