history: I heard a noise outside my window last night that sounded like someone tapping on the window. I was terrified. It turned out to be a bird on a tree limb. I was so terrified last night! I heard a noise outside my bedroom that sounded like someone was tapping on the window!
current: That must have been very scary! Did you investigate it?
next: I did! I nervously peeked outside and found out it was just a bird that was jumping on a tree branch, which made it hit the window! I thought for sure I'd see a person when I looked out!