"That's fantastic. Your world may have its issues--" Because what world doesn't, apparently? "--but it sounds like you've got some great toys. I'm very jealous, you should know."

"It's a date, then." He grins. "We'll just... I don't know. Stick to flying over something soft, in case I do fall on my arse." He would have suggested water, given that he's an Elemental, but something in the back of his mind is suggesting that perhaps it's best he doesn't mention water again. "Do you suppose Keeliai has a pillow factory somewhere? Marshmallows, maybe?"

Before the joking completely dies down, Erskine speaks again--hoping to preempt any questions about himself for the time being. "And the wedding? How are the plans coming along?"