One bright crisp autumn morning, Percy is sitting high in his tree when he spots Basil scouring the undergrowth, searching for his favourite treat – juicy earthworms. Despite Basil’s apparent unfriendliness, the young pigeon decides to try to speak to him so flutters down to join him.

At first, Basil tries to ignore him but Percy perseveres asking him questions. No one ever speaks to Basil so is surprised by Percy’s attentions. Slowly, the two begin to speak.