[He'll get used to it, it's just extremely different from what Velvet is normally accustomed to. Honestly, it might even be goof for him to learn a little compassion and kindness, and how to openly show it to people...not just his pets, when he's alone with them. He's a good soul, but his exterior really does sort of give off cold, avoidant, and a little intimidating...

Red Velvet falls into step, one pace behind his majesty as is customary, and he keeps his eyes trained on the older Cookie. He's been told of the king's poor eyesight, his staff acting very much like a cane or walking stick, and he presses his lips together a bit...before moving to be at the king's side. It's unorthodox, but if his majesty trips and falls, it would be a big problem. Being closer is safer for him. But he's actually struck a bit by surprise, blinking.]

You yourself tend to the gardens? What of the royal gardener?! Such activities are not befitting-- [...Oh. Oh, he fucked up.] F-Forgive me, your highness, I spoke out of turn.