"Why, and cast her aside?" she says lightly. "Surely it is that you do not mean that -- and even if you did not, still and it is not a good idea with her so upset."

She lifts the cage higher, holding it between them where he can easily see the angry bird within as she chides gently,

"Have a care, dear, such an injury you will do yourself if you struggle so."

Over the silver wire, her bright clear gaze meets Raven's.