Old fears. Not your fault. I'd just get chased all the time by big dogs. All dogs scare me.

[They keep fidgeting with their skirt, and nod at the request.]

I'll keep it a secret. But most people here are nice, so far's I've met. So don't worry too much if you get found out, okay? An' we're not the only shifters here. I know at least one more.

[They glance at him again, not making eye contact, but just... looking.]

You're very cute....