The Introduction of Three Birds

The story begins with a school bus ride where the protagonist, Grayson Huff, experiences a bizarre event involving birds magically emerging from his body. The first bird, a lady cardinal, wakes him up by sipping his drool, and its eerie presence sets a tone of surrealism. As Grayson grapples with the concept of birds coming from him, he describes his interactions with his crush, Isabella Steinberg, adding a layer of teenage uncertainty. This juxtaposition of youthful romance and surreal fantasy introduces a complex emotional landscape that will be explored throughout the narrative.