"Yeah, I mean it. He'll warm up to you, just give him some time." Probably a lot of time but Noctis was hopeful that things would smooth out between the two.

His gaze falls to the egg in his lap again and he smooths a hand over it gently.

"I don't see how anyone could dislike you, Ash. You're one of the nicest people I've ever met," Noct admitted, smiling faintly. "So don't worry. It'll be alright."