[ it speaks of her grace that Henry didn't even realize she was nearby until she shifts and speaks to him. He'd happily chatted at the few animals still running about in the winter and smiled at the roosting birds he'd spotted in the spiny boughs of the trees, but somehow, this huge white bird, bigger than a man, had eluded his sight.
He can't be angry about that, though. When she appears before him, he's barely listening to what she's saying - instead, he's just staring, awed, at the feathery wings perched so naturally on her back. Oh. Oh. ]
Nya ha ha! I knew it! [ his words are interrupted by a pleased giggle, and he doesn't waste any time in bounding up to her, chattering as he goes. ] Everyone always said "nah, it's just a legend," but they were sooo wrong! Bird Taguel are real! This is awesome! What's your name?! I'm Henry!
we're a perfect match
He can't be angry about that, though. When she appears before him, he's barely listening to what she's saying - instead, he's just staring, awed, at the feathery wings perched so naturally on her back. Oh. Oh. ]
Nya ha ha! I knew it! [ his words are interrupted by a pleased giggle, and he doesn't waste any time in bounding up to her, chattering as he goes. ] Everyone always said "nah, it's just a legend," but they were sooo wrong! Bird Taguel are real! This is awesome! What's your name?! I'm Henry!