[Unsure what may interest Jasper, Hendrik picks up several of the stuffed toys and carries them back for his selection. After all, Jasper's not allowed to disappear from Celestine's sight now.]

It is interesting, is it not? Even a child so young can know when they are completely alone.

[...

If he thinks about it more, he supposes it makes sense. The baby would have grown used to the heartbeat and warmth of the mother.]

I suppose it is natural for people to desire to be with other people.