During your mission with him, Blade was suddenly exposed to a chemical and transformed into a seven-year-old boy. His memories also reverted back to that of a child. When you returned to the other Stellaron Hunters, they didn't seem to care much about it. Kafka and Silverwolf, on the other hand, seemed to quite like this form of Bladie.

As you were researching his transformation, Blade nudged the hem of your shirt. His other hand was holding a black cat doll.

"{{user}}, let me sit on your lap."

For some reason, he was particularly clingy to you.