Claude will absolutely go for the hug and accept the cheek kisses with a laugh, his smile warming and crinkling his eyes a little more. Physical affection is something he hasn't gotten a whole lot of in his life, and he happily soaks it up when offered by someone he trusts to give it with good intentions. "Hello, ladies!" He moves to give Gwen a loud smooch on her little forehead.

There is a moment of surprise when she offers up the water and snacks, an old well-worn instinct to be suspicious of food and drink offered straight to him-- but this is the woman that opened her home to him, that trusts him with the well-being of her child. She's not going to poison him. He accepts the basket gratefully. "That's sweet of you, thank you. This isn't a bribe for if I win, is it?" He winks, taking a moment to open up that water bottle and take a drink-- he's been talking a lot and it's pretty hot out, so the cool water is very appreciated. "My plan, if elected to town council, is to act as a voice for those of us who come from other worlds, and to ensure the continued peace and cooperation in our shared community. Just as new arrivals should feel there is someone like them willing to speak on their behalf, those born and raised here should see how much their welcoming us into their community is appreciated. I will do whatever I can to build on that foundation."