[ he brightens near instantly, tail flicking at its fortified end. ]

A lake, huh? I think that sounds a lot nicer than staying here for too long...

[ as if it's just either second nature or a common enough occurrence, ryuu bends down in response to the grabby hands... grabby fins. this is happening. ]

Hmm, this is probably the best way to go about it?

[ gathering floyd up about the arms, he gives him a hoist inwards with a soft hup sound, not too daunted by the weight. he's always been pretty strong, and it seems his new height and features aren't just all for show. he's got some serious power behind him, all but bracing him on his torso and giving him a little toss to hook his free arm beneath the thick curve of his tail.

tada. an eel bride. ]