That's fair and understandable.

[Alucard is the last person to press about bodily autonomy and choice. He pointedly doesn't request elaboration, and--

--excuse you.

Alucard lets out a little noise that isn't quite offended, but it is close.]

Just because I sometimes use a large pillow and sleep in this form does not mean I am a common dog.

[But the tiny flash of something friendlier makes it clear the reaction is all for show.]

Would you settle for easy silence?