Dine and dash. You can lose him (and get him lost) in the streets.

Ok, if he keeps you supplied with fish, you might help him find the lady.

Hmm, next to the sardine, there's the bone dice. Could it summon something tastier next time? He bought it for you anyway, right?

Well, as he is now sad and you are now full, he might as well pet you while you take a nap at his knees – that's what sad people like, right?