"You really ought to... try to sit still." Malleus' voice is slightly tighter than usual. He is less demanding with Lilia than he might be with other students, but while his personality is rather intimidating and off-putting, it's simply because that is how he's been expected to behave his whole life. Who in Briar Valley would talk back to Malleus? But Lilia, on the other hand. Their relationship is much closer than most. Which is why this feels so utterly inappropriate.

...Still. Malleus is interested enough in this idea of colorful jpeg pets to lean closer, and look at the image mirrored on the phone screen, only smaller. Fascinating. And just anyone can look at this at the same time? How does it get to all the computers and phones at once? Someone is casting powerful magic, indeed.

At the mention of becoming friends, Malleus perks up.

"Hm. I think this is something I can see myself enjoying. Yes, I will become 'friends' with you." First ever, too! An honor, indeed.