[Husk notices that the pat is on the shoulder rather than on the head. It strikes Husk a little weirdly that Alastor didn't take that opportunity, but Husk recognizes this and takes a couple steps away from Alastor to make sure to deny that opportunity.]

I may need it, boss.

[...Husk isn't aware of what he just called you, Alastor. He's too used to calling you that.]

No tellin' whether or not he'll accept or be upset, but... you know me. I'm a gamblin' man.