"You do understand that I didn't spend my all of my military carrier and life with you, right?" His tone was dry and demeaning, shaking his owl head back and forth in disapproval. And he had eaten squirrel. And rabbit. And well... most animals at least once.

He screeched in displeasure for his talons being grasped, looking to snag any part of Jack's hand. Talons were stronger than beak and much better about grasping. He, of course, added a peck again.

"You're no meat? Well, that explains much."