Christine could tell something bothered him but she wasn't good at reading people. So she carried on merrily.

"People are like that. Hopefully whatever they want, you're happy to give them. All people deserve their dignities, right?" She looked to him as his words turned to give an off vibe and immediately waved it off.

"Yes, like a doll. A pity I couldn't keep you all to myself. But this beautiful bird deserves to fly and see the world, right? Now.. when you want to say hello to someone you say 'helloo' and if you need something you can say 'help!'." She said as she translated a few things in English and pointed them out in the book. "If you prefer, I think I have a couple of children's books in French. I'll use those to help you read. Especially ones about witches. " She grinned and watched his face.