The dragon lets out a grumbling noise that sounds like a complaint or protest before shaking his head again. This time he sniffs at her hair before nudging her again. Look. See? They're both different. How about they talk about her transformation instead?

...he can't do much talking, for a start.

But the scratching does feel nice. While trying to remain as dignified as he can be as a giant winged lizard, he tips his head into the touch, and his tail comes to curl around his hind legs. Alright. Maybe this part isn't so terrible.