Rather than disputing the point, Des hums an affirmative, seemingly content in letting the kitten continue to savage his fingers. Won't draw much blood with claws that tiny, anyway. No point in ruining a good time.

"You can't say you like it neither. That ain't the same as getting attention." And it's true. He just isn't going to elaborate on why it's true. "Long as it ain't messin' with me."