[There is, admittedly, some part of him that rather likes the idea of being carried, like a prince on a palanquin, but the possibility does not even occur to him- and, even if it did, he's far too distracted by Ramen to think on it any further.]

I am sure she was not! [Very gently, he touches the tip of one finger to her snout.] Was it terribly difficult, having to share Genji's attention? But you must have enjoyed having a sister in the end.

[The fingertip draws over her head again before he leans in, mock-secretive.]

For what it is worth, you are still the loveliest dragon I have ever met.