Mighty's laughter had died down to pained hisses at Chii screamed. He was in so much pain that he couldn't even defend himself against Ratchet's attack. The attack itself wasn't much of one - he was simply shoved back.
And then Chii obeyed him. Good girl, he thought. His ears were still ringing and aching and Ratchet had gotten one hit in - but it had only been one hit and he was no worse for the wear. He'd forgive her, this once.
But then she was putting herself between them. "Chii, dear," he said as sweetly as possible through gritted teeth, "Mommy and daddy are talking~ Don't interfere." He leapt over her, claws pointed and aiming for Ratchet's shoulder.