[ JJ seems pretty enthusiastic to try, much to Clair's delight. Even though she was never particularly afraid to fly even when she was first learning, there are plenty of people who feel the exact opposite—it's nice to know that JJ isn't one of them.

She makes a humming noise while she retrieves Aquilo's bridle and saddle, then goes about readying him for flight. The saddle is not so different from a normal one, except with a few more straps for stability in the air. She does them up quickly and efficiently, always tugging on the ends when she's done to test their hold. I mean, it probably wouldn't do for them to come undone in midair... ]

I believe I cannot rightly say. Perhaps it would be more effective for me to demonstrate for you.

[ She smiles at JJ, a teasing twinkle in her eye. Since he's being such a good sport, she will gladly take him along on all her most dangerous maneuvers.

Now she stands back, motioning for him to come closer. ]

Come. Place your hands on either side here, then set your right foot in the stirrup and swing your opposite leg over.

[ She'll even push him up if he needs a little help. ]