Octavius noticed that the boy frowned and his demeanor seemed to change. He went quiet as he studied the boy and nodded his head hearing the boy give his name. " I really don't have a name other than YOU most of the time. So you can call me what you like. And I think Alis is different and suits you. There is nothing wrong with being a little different." He said as he laughed softly more for himself as he finally hung his head and became a little more serious. " I'm sorry Alis if my comments earlier offended you. I don't always think before I speak. Most of the time that leads to trouble." He said as he started to smiled again thinking about the times his mouth had gotten him into serious trouble. "Maybe your right maybe the guards have a right to talk about me." He said as he sighed and looked to the horse. He then looked back to Alis with a smile. " So what are you doing out here?"