"I could try to get it back for you, if you like?" His eyes soften with regret as he listens to that birdcall. It really does resemble Tarantula's laughter. Foolish spider. He'll be getting an earful about this.

"No, thank you" he answers in awe. "Yes, you're right. We have great rolling hills filled with Hickory trees that turn magnificent colors in the fall." He accepts her gift by putting his hands over hers, "Mairi, thank you. This is so touchingly thoughtful."