Sol was forced to retrieve his hand and stood upright.
The Nian Beast retracted the arm, and the mist dissipated as it returned to its unassuming appearance of a cute little cat.
It tapped Sol on the forehead with its paw before saying casually.
"Lay down in the middle of the room."
Sol remained silent for moment, but after a few seconds, he complied and walked to the middle of the room before laying down on his back.
The Nian Beast walked over to his chest and then sat down. It looked at Sol who was wearing a placid expression before saying.
"I have to admit kid, you're extremely smart. Wise-- you're wise too."
The Nian Beast paused to clean the fur on his paw before rubbing it behind its ear.
