Just as Coby wondered at Anael's laugh, he felt the drag of wind against his wings and understood. He pulled them in tight and out of the way as Anael took them higher, appreciating the extra warmth. But the wings wanted to spread wide and catch the wind, and when Anael thought they were high enough, Coby was ready.

He wasn't afraid. Anael would never let him fall. A kiss first, though, deep and loving and with an edge of excitement. When the kiss ended, he softly sang, "You got a prepaid invitation and that's the only way to fly," and nodded. He was really going to do this.