The gryphon was taken aback by the pounce, so surprising after the directions he had been given!  He let out a little laugh, then the laugh grew as he got a hug and a few slurps over his face.  "Woah woah!   Heh heh, crazy tigress!  I'll be back, dont you worry!"   Ruffling up, he nodded to Bitsa.  "Alright lord.  I shall do my best on this mission.   See you when I am done."  A short bow, and the gryphon turned about, pointing himself in the right direction before taking two great leaps and then into the air!  Powerful strokes of his wings carried him over the trees towards the river, then alongside it as he knew he must go.    With that feast so recent, he had plenty of energy to keep the pace, and was passing the miles rather quickly as he thought about all he had to do here.