[The question just makes the boy ponder for a moment. He places a hand to his chin, looking as if he were in deep thought. It only takes a second to figure out the answer.]

Mostly bored. Didn't feel like reading so I thought I'd hang out in a tree for a bit and look out at the village. Then just sitting up there got boring so I decided to hang upside down.

[The offer of a handshake just makes his grin broader. Unintentionally he'll take Shu's hand with his metal prosthetic hand. Still putting forth all his cheerfulness.]
It's no problem really. Helping out and stuff is kind of my thing.

It's still nice to meet you, Shu. My name's Cross Blanchard.