( Complicated, huh? He knows a little about that, though perhaps not to the extent that he does... He feels sympathy from him all the same. He wonders if there's more to what he's saying, but Basil won't pry. )

I know that you aren't supposed to speak unless spoken to, but... just say the word, and we'll find a way to go into the village.

( He looks up, offering a smile in Kel's direction. )

That sounds nice... I've never had any sort of animal companion, but I heard that horses are loyal and strong when it comes to the person who cares for them.

( Basil rubs the back of his head then, looking a little uncertain. )

... Ah, it's really okay, if you don't want to. If you really want to, though... Some of the plants I've been able to grow turned out to look really lovely. ( They were cute, even! )