[It still takes some time before Idris approaches, alternating looks between Beat and Eustace all the while. When he approaches, his head is still low, tail tucked between his hind legs.]

Look Sonic, buddy.

[Beat reaches out and puts his hands on either side of the corgi's face, rubbing at the sides of his snout to try to calm him down. It seems to be working.]

Me an' your dad here's lookin' for a small box. D'you get it or somethin'? D'you know where it is, yo?

[For a moment, it looks like Idris is listening intently, understanding what Beat is telling him. But when the boy is done, Idris looks at him before tilting his head to the side, ears flopping with the gesture. Say what now?]