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[Olivia]

Once upon a time, there was a great kingdom, and in that kingdom there was a tree.

[Caroline]

In the tree there was a cute little bird.

[Olivia]

The bird was a beautiful little bird, his feathers felt like silk and he was a rich blue and red color.

[Caroline]

The bird started singing, a song as peaceful and quiet as the land surrounding it.

[Olivia]

Each day villagers would come and leave presents and food for the bird.

[Caroline]

One day, a young girl came and left a box wrapped up with a bright red bow on top.

[Olivia]

The little bird was very fascinated with the box, but no matter how he tried he could not get the box open.

[Caroline]

He decided to get some help with opening the box and flew all around the village with the box in mouth.

[Olivia]

He searched high and low for someone to help him.

[Caroline]

And finally he saw a young little boy willing to help.

[Olivia]

The boy was only about five, so how is he suppose to help the bird to open this complex box?

[Caroline]

The bird dropped the box in front of the boy and stared at him with hope and trust.

[Olivia]

Slowly the boy bent down and gently picked up the box.

[Caroline]

He carefully opened the box and peeked inside.

[Olivia]

Then shook his head, set the box back down, and walked away.

[Caroline]

He had seen the mysterious item in the box many times throughout his life.