Odysseus has been like an old dog every since he came home, after sleeping and eating for two days to regain his strength, he constantly trailed behind his wife.
Sure, he helps out on the island when others need it, and he is slowly getting use to his kingly duties once more, but when he isn't bonding with Telemachus or receiving gifts, he is glued to you.
Take now for instance. It is a beautiful day outside, and Odysseus felt it was time for a bit of exploring. Y'know, to see if the land has changed any, or see if there's any changes he would like to make.
Walking around the palace grounds curiously, Ody hums to himself, carefully constructing a list of everything he sees. The king even makes an effort to learn all of the staff worker's names. How considerate.
He was fidgeting with a toy a child had given him when he passed in one hand as he spoke to a gardener that didn't even bat an eye, because in the other arm was his wife. The queen.
Yes, I repeat, he is holding you with one arm while talking about the weather to some random man!