Auston sensed her pausing. He could feel her reluctance to delve further into the topic, and he understood. So, to lighten the mood, he said, "Well, you know, that's a conversation for another time.
But you know what I seriously really want to know?" She looked at him with relief, eager to change the subject, and quickly asked, "What?" as she attempted to steer the conversation in a new direction.
He replied with a curious expression, "How did you know you wanted a bird?"
She repeated his question, "How did I know I wanted a bird?" Her expression seemed pensive as she attempted to recall the precise moment.
After a moment's pause, she responded, "I'm not sure, there were many moments she could mention for loving and wanting a bird."
But it was at that very moment that a flood of memories from a particular encounter with a bird rushed back into her mind.
