It was next to impossible not to notice the way her heart raced a tad faster for a moment, yet Deucalion was at a loss as far as it's cause. Still when Kali and his beautiful guest seemed to be getting along well his smile grew warmer. Without saying a word he closed the gap between them, those fingers of his reaching out; brushing gently against her own hand for a second before he found what he sought. It took a moment longer before the bright red yarn leash was removed from the kitten, but with the tabby in Elena's company he had no further need of it.
"Oh I understand all too well. I was under her thrall from the moment I first met her, and her cuteness has not faded since then." With a chuckle he gestured back to the cabin, catching scent of the bear meat brisket in the oven. "I believe dinner is just about done, so if you'd wish to carry her inside, well I shall give you the grand tour."