Noctis doesn't need to be 'invited' twice, grinning at this particular side of the one who's destined to become his Shield. Come on, Gladio. Can you really be that embarrassed when you get this big a smile out of your future young charge? Can you?

He gets back up on his feet, dusting himself off. He's excited and it shows.

Though he remembers to stay away from the teeth. Getting bitten is a big no no. He also playfully bows back, before picking up a stick that lay on the ground. Just a little bit of something for him to push back with if needed, but he doesn't hold it threateningly. If anything, it'll be something more of an escape if teeth get too close.

For now, though, he playfully tackles, free arm wrapping around the back of the pup's neck. While he hasn't seen Clarus transform, it's clear how big this guy'll get. He feels so tiny in comparison.