Spots gets a bit sulky, but he recognizes this phenomenon by now, and he's aware that as long as he doesn't try to get too comfy with them, more food will be forthcoming.

Indeed, Imriel keeps up the pineapple bits even while nuzzling at Villiers' neck, and Spots limits his participation in the cuddles to a single tentacle tugging on Imri's sleeve whenever the flow of pineapple slows.