[It makes her giggle and - its really nice. It's been a long time since she's felt this free to relax and laugh and - and just not have the weight of the world weighing her shoulders down. Long before Meteor that's for sure. She lays her hand over his and gives it a little squeeze.]

Well, you had to herd our group around often enough. I'm not surprised you're good at it with giant birds too! [Her smile softens.] Besides, you're gentle and you take good care of them. They know they can trust you.