[ Ivan's eyes focus on the crow. What was it? He may have seen something like it in a book somewhere, but the extra pieces were definitely unnatural. He wonders if this person modified the creature himself or not. It does seem to understand him. Interesting. ]

You didn't! I could tell you knew at some point, but you gave me a run for my money.

[ Ivan puts on an apologetic face. ]

To be honest, I don't really know what came over me.