[A stick of wood, bloody hell. At least he's used to people calling it that by now and just sort of huffs, rolling his eyes skyward.]

It's called a wand, actually. [Still amused, though.] It helps channel my magic. And I wouldn't have asked you if I didn't mean it.

[He holds his hand out for her to take.]

You can climb on the back. It's more comfortable than it might look, I promise, the broom has a Cushioning Charm on it. And, er, make sure to hold on. To me.