Part 563: Miriel B

Now, Minerva. What's this?

...She says it's an apple. Did I tell you she loves apples?

Her favorite snacks are live goats, but apples run a close second.

I see. Tell me, Minerva, how old are you now?

...She says she just turned 20.

Interesting.

So, what do you say, Miriel? Ready to go public with the discovery of the century?

No. I'm afraid I will have to rewrite my entire thesis based on new information.

Oh? How so?

It is clear the subject, Minerva, does in fact respond to human language. However, there is no causational evidence that she understands the words themselves. It is also evident that you and the beast share a special and unique bond. Most-like this connection enables a mutual grasp of thoughts, emotions, and intent. In conclusion, there is but one rational explanation for Minerva's apparent skill. The answer lies with you, rather than the wyvern.

With...me?

You are the only person able to engage in this direct communication. Other humans can no more talk to Minerva than to a lizard or squirrel. Rather than a talking wyvern, I believe I've discovered a human that speaks wyvern.

That's not so special. Many humans say they can communicate with their pets.

Hmm... I'd not considered it in such a light. Clearly more investigation is warranted.