He leaned over to look out the side as they steadily rose. Excitement was plastered on his face and he pointed to the distance, where they could see the roofs of many buildings in the city. "Yes! It is like being on a gryphon without the risk of them tossing you off due to an insulting comment!" It wasn't experience speaking, but he'd seen some things.

Nokosi glanced back at Kaya and bobbed his head. "She will be glad to show you; perhaps it will inspire her to craft one and you can ride in it," he said, settling back into his seat.

With her head on his shoulder, he curled an arm around her waist and sidled closer. The grin he regarded her with after her confession was a triumphant one. "Good! I will not have to resort to pushing your lips into a smile this time."