[Julien snorts, and raises his eyebrows. Yeah, bird monster or not, he's going to run with this.]

I give better rides on the ground.

[hah he gets a good mouthful this time, and hasn't spilled anything yet! Progress!]

Mm. Well do you know how long the other you lived with him? It could be anything, for any reason. You don't need to think of the other you as you, especially if she does things you wouldn't.