"That is one special birthday present," he commented mildly.

He watched Arthur's face as he explained the benefits and the downsides of being what he was. "Does this mean then that you may just consider me a friend," he asked teasingly before he could truly stop himself. He considered the point as close to a friend as he could for going through what he had with him.

Clarkie felt his lips curl up. "People you care about, hm? Well, I assure you - I have no plans on dying now, thank you." He stood silent for a long second. "What else happens after you share blood with someone, in your case. Other than saving them, that is. Anything?" He wanted to be aware of anything else that may happen until the blood got out of his system.