The strange bird-lizard is studied with uncertain curiosity as it seems to almost nuzzle at Codi. Elissa is not at all sure she would want to hold one of the things. It's definitely not a Mabari pup.

At the Captain's question, Elissa's sudden grin is full of mischief. "He does not yet know that he is volunteering for this duty," the woman confesses. "However, I am sure he will be amenable once I present the idea to him. After all, ah, you are both on the committee, yes?" Because that's the only reason he'd need for following Elissa, obviously.