Ariadne nodded, hanging on his every word, knowing fully well that her dignity, at the very least, depended on this lesson. Again, she felt an aching longing in her back, between her shoulderblades. By the gods, she missed her wings. She knew exactly what she'd been sacrificing, of course. But on days like this, she couldn't help but regret the choice. At least a little bit.

"All right," she said, once he finished his explanation. "I think I've got it. Pull one side to turn. Back with both to stop. Tap feet to go forward."

She paused.

"How do I get up there?"