A couple of little quick pats isn't enough, though! Ren practically melts into each pat with a happy expression, and then stares at Kaph in bleary confusion when he stops.

Getting the bright (stupid) idea that maybe it's the position, Ren makes almost like a fainting goat and flops over near him. Not touching him at all, but near. And well within patting range.

"Do that more?" he asks quietly.