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[In the minutes after N cuts the feed, Thomas attempts to occupy himself by repeatedly opening and closing the zip of his new, modern coat. He's still pretty fascinated with zippers, something that didn't exist in his time, so that actually passes the time fairly well. He glances up guiltily when Sigilyph appears and gives a little wave, frowning when she flies off. His gaze turns slowly back to the Pidgey, who has one eye closed and the other trained on Thomas. The awkward interaction stretches on until Thomas hears N approaching. He sighs in relief and stands up, brushing the dust off his clothes.]

Hello! Thank you for coming out! [The Pidgey watches N and Sigilyph suspiciously. She puffs out her feathers briefly upon being addressed, then shifts her weight on the egg, clearly not intending to move. Thomas gestures towards her hopelessly.] You see my problem.