"Mmhmm." Derek had noticed the falter in his step but, whatever, if the kid wanted to be stubborn that was his own prerogative. "They've been around each other before, and I have much yummier treats for him anyway. The butcher in Hogsmeade that I get all the meat from gave me some steaks that were about to go off, so he's getting some nice treats for the next few days."
He stopped in front of the enclosure, slipping into the gate. "Hello there," he said, bowing his head in a sign of respect. The griffin bowed its head as well, and Derek pulled out the steak. "Here you are, I thought you'd like this."