The had all had that fear at least once, right? Accidentally pulling on the magnificent beasts feathers, he meant. Adi knew he always had that feeling because he adored them so much. "You won't,'' he told Olathe confidently. "Nope, I'm sure he won't.'' The older Hufflepuff turned his attention back to the griff, giving it another pat on the beak. "Right?''

Now back to Olathe? "If you really want to give it a shot, I could life you up.'' He was grinning. Wasn't this exciting? He was actually getting someone else to experience the wonderment of Hippogriffs!