Baiyi breathes a laugh and watches a manticore prance out his door. Life could certainly be full of surprises. Also, he really wants to know just how Xie pulled off looking coy as a mighty beast. His lover had some hidden talents!

He cinches his belt and then follows. He admires Xie's new physique and his mighty wings a few moments before- cautiously!- slipping onto his back. "Please, Xie'er tell me if this hurts or puts a strain on you."