Well, he did somehow survive raising us, so that's probably really toughened him up.

Well... No, I suppose it doesn't. [A chuckle, seeing that reaction.] Just tell me if I'm invading your space or if you want to do something yourself, Knuckles. [He's had to do this with Raph before.. or Leo. Usually not Mikey, though--that turtle thrived on attention and physical contact.]