[ Zack can't help but notice that hesitation, the way Karin catches herself and pivots. Very good friends, or something more? Not that it's any of his business, and if she doesn't want to delve deeper, he gets it.

(Is this how Aerith talked about him, when he was gone?)

Thankfully, a smile enters his voice when Karin makes the remark about Styx's goldfish. ]

You know, he does seem like the type who would spoil his animals. Not that that's a bad thing. Well, I've never had a pet before. I could get one here, I guess, but...

[ He pauses, and then realizes he has to make this joke. ]

I already have Cloud, so I think I'm good.