"I can't believe this," Vuvi snarls, arms crossed, eyes narrow.
Pip is slumped in the inn room doorway, a low, remorseful beep escaping his core. He pulses out a warm thought-wave, a ripple of guilt, apology, and a sincere desire to do better. The emotional projection washes over the room, hugging each member of the team in a blanket of his remorse.
"Aww, Pip!" Penelo coos, launching herself forward and wrapping him in a tight hug. "It's okay, Pip, you couldn't help it!"
Veena chuckles from the corner, adjusting her chest. "You really gonna stay mad at him, Vuvi? Look at that little faceplate. He's just doing his job. A little too eagerly, maybe."
"Mind if I borrow him for guard duty tonight?" Sera snickers.
Vuvi sighs heavily and drops into a chair. "Fine. Fiiiine. I can't stay mad at you. But from now on? No more guard duty if it involves any woman. I mean it. Can't trust you around a pair of tits."
Pip beeps happily, chest glowing faintly, and gives her a stern salute.
