Fionn the Wise Fox - страница 5

Under the bush, he found a small, blue-feathered bird struggling to free itself from the snow. Fionn gently used his nose to push away the snow, revealing the little bird, who was shivering from the cold and unable to fly.

"Thank you, Fionn," the bird said weakly, her voice trembling. "I'm Lila, a bluebird. I got caught in the storm and haven't been able to find any food or shelter."

Fionn's heart went out to Lila. "Don't worry, Lila. We'll get you warmed up and fed. Follow me."

Carefully, Fionn led Lila to his den, where he had stored some food and kept a warm, dry nest. He gathered some dried berries and seeds and placed them in front of Lila. She pecked at them gratefully, feeling her strength slowly returning.

"You're safe here, Lila. Rest and eat. Once you're stronger, we'll find a more suitable place for you to stay," Fionn said, his voice gentle and reassuring.

Over the next few days, Lila regained her strength, thanks to Fionn's care. As she recovered, she told Fionn about her journey. She had been migrating south for the winter but had been caught off course by the blizzard. Separated from her flock, she had nearly lost hope until Fionn found her.

"I need to find my flock," Lila said one day, her eyes filled with determination. "But I'm not sure where they are."

Fionn thought for a moment. "The snowy owl who warned us about the blizzard might be able to help. He knows the skies better than anyone. I'll go find him."

Fionn set off to find the snowy owl, hoping to enlist his help in locating Lila's flock. After a few hours of searching, he found the owl perched high in a tree, surveying the snow-covered landscape.

"Hello, my friend," Fionn called up to the owl. "I need your help. A bluebird named Lila got separated from her flock during the blizzard. Do you know where they might be?"

The snowy owl tilted his head, considering. "I saw a flock of bluebirds heading south just before the storm hit. They were taking shelter in a grove of fir trees not far from here. I can show you the way."

Grateful, Fionn thanked the owl and returned to his den to fetch Lila. The snowy owl led them through the forest, over snowdrifts and frozen streams, until they reached the grove of fir trees. There, nestled among the branches, was Lila's flock.