[ ah, what a kind person. lop can't help but immediately gravitate towards that quiet confidence, and the offer to cooperate. the lingering discomfort from that bad first impression seems to dissipate, and lop gives an earnest nod. ]

Right. Right, of course. Then -- I'd be happy to travel with you, sir.

[ his ear flicks as he catches the distant sounds of another roar, canting his head in that direction. but before he starts leading the way, he manages a meek smile: ]

Ah, um. I've been forgetting my manners. I'm Lop. I hope I'll be able to be of some use to you.