Hannibal was almost purring practically at the pets. The hellhound was very touch starved. His red eyes looked upon the ward focused on him. Even in this form, he understood the speech.
Kat smiled at Dick's curiosity. He truly was similar to her Jason in personality, and here she thought Dick would be completely opposite. How wonderful. "He's my creation one of many...he's part Hellhound and part human."
"Are you familiar with Hellhounds?" She got up going to the bookshelf, retrieving a book as she opened it up, turning to the page of Hellhounds. "You see these creatures exist on another Earth. They are companions of demons, and they are tasked with retrieving those who made deals with crossroad demons once their ten years is up to take them to Hell."
"They have many abilities I found fascinating, and I wanted to create my own version to bring back with me here. Hannibal is extremely loyal to me, but he can also be with you, Dick."
She showed him illustrations of other hellhounds and the variations. Hannibal lowered his head, giving permission to let Dick pet his soft black fur. The act was primal and made Hannibal bond to Dick biologically as a protector.
A pomeranian had padded into view at the doorway looking at the group. The presence made Hannibal perk his ears in warning to not frighten the young one mostly because of the nature of the pomeranian.
"Penelope we have a new guest. This is Dick Grayson and he will be living with us. You are to be on your best behavior Missy...am I understood?" Kat was testing the waters on behaviors and compatibility.
"She won't harm you, Dick but her true appearance may frighten you..I'm just forewarning you because she's not a hellhound but also a creature of the supernatural.." There take it slowly on introductions. Let them feel each other out.
Penelope gave a smile showing off her vampire teeth as her jaws extended in an unnatural position. The act made Hannibal give a jaw snap at the smaller dog. It was a form of discipline to get Penelope to behave.
Kat sighed at this as she scooped up Penelope into her arms. "Bad girl..You're going in your kennel..I'm sorry Dick. Penelope hasn't had guests in the manor since Jason..my last ward." She put the dog into the kennel.
Hannibal rolled onto his back exposing his belly to let Dick continue to pet him displaying a very playful nature. He was growing fond of him. Even letting his tongue hang out to show he wasn't vicious towards the boy.