DEMISE

[As the feed powers on, Kratos can be seen standing in the middle of an apartment. Some people might recognize it as being Colette and Fuuka's residence. A small barking from below causes the redhead to briefly glance down, an uncertain expression momentarily crossing his face. That vanishes quickly enough as he returns his attention to the device in hand.]

Is there anyone who is knowledgeable on the subject matter of household animals, young dogs in particular? One has temporarily come into my care and despite feeding him, giving him water, walking him and brushing him, it appears that he still desires something.

[Like a playmate and petting but that really doesn't even cross his mind. What animal could possibly want that from him, right?

Instead of turning the device off, he stares at it for a moment as though considering something. A few seconds pass before he speaks again.]

Also, I have been contemplating a philosophical question as of late and am curious as to others' opinions on the matter. If you were to learn the future and find that a terrible fate awaited you or a loved one, would you attempt to alter said fate? Do you believe it even possible to fight one's own destiny?

[Not like he asked that for a reason or anything. Purely out of curiosity. Just as he's about to turn off the communicator, a sharp tug at his pant-leg makes him once again look down. A heavy, thoughtful frown crosses his face while the puppy barks cheerfully at him.]

...Do you perhaps want a bath?

[A loud whimper.]

I suppose not.