[Though the offer may be small on both sides, it is nevertheless heartening. However, no sooner does he open his mouth to express his gratitude than the carriage lands, the wheels catching upon the earth and thus jolting the large man, who, distracted, does not move to properly brace until it is too late.
So much does he overcompensate in avoiding being thrown face-first into the frame of the vehicle, he ends up striking the top of his head on the roof instead, letting out a startled cry upon the contact.]
Ow!
[Bending, Erichthonios cradles his head as the carriage slows to an eventual halt.
Apologies if I made you wait; was planting a small home orchard.
So much does he overcompensate in avoiding being thrown face-first into the frame of the vehicle, he ends up striking the top of his head on the roof instead, letting out a startled cry upon the contact.]
Ow!
[Bending, Erichthonios cradles his head as the carriage slows to an eventual halt.
They have arrived.]
Ohh, I ought to have been prepared for that...