( he does care about his dumbass brother. always has. always will. even when they're at odds with one another. thankfully, that's all behind them now. or he hopes at least. gotta keep an eye on that guy! just in case. plus, his brother hasn't exactly done well in the being human regard, but he knows he's capable.

the go-ahead for the piggyback ride gets him to smile, though, and he gestures to his back with a thumb for her to hop on. )

Well let's get shakin' then, shall we?

( it's been awhile since he's carried someone on his back, but. nothing he can't handle. )

And just Dante's fine. Although, if you come up with a cool nickname for me, I might be open to hearing it.