Chapter 64

“That doesn’t explain the eye bags,” Ethan remarked, his curiosity unabated. Axel had provided an explanation for the cuts and scratches, but the reason for Axel’s apparent sleeplessness remained a mystery.

“It’s a husky,” Axel replied, his tone carrying a hint of irritation as if the dog itself was a

source of vexation.

“Huh?” Ethan queried, still grappling with the pieces of the puzzle.

“The breed is known for its very expressive nature,” Axel explained, though Ethan’s puzzled expression persisted.

Ethan, with minimal knowledge about dogs, remained lost in the conversation. Axel decided to elaborate further, attempting to provide context to the challenge he faced. “The dog basically talks. Loud wailing and howling and whimpering, like it’s trying to communicate, Axel clarified, the frustration evident in his voice.

“Okay Ethan said, nodding as he tried to comprehend the situation.

“When I’m trying to sleep.” Axel finished throwing a glare at Ethan.

Axel’s glare intensified, sensing Ethan’s amusement at the predicament. A snicker escaped Ethan, transforming quickly into a cough when he realized Axel’s disapproval.

“So, you got a new puppy this weekend. That’s nice,” Ethan remarked, trying to steer the conversation away from the dog predicament.

“A temporal PUPPY Axel corrected again, his frustration with the canine companion evident. There is no way I’m keeping it, he asserted firmly, emphasizing his lack of intention to turn dog owner.

“And from your obvious joy, I imagine you met with Hazel’s twins, Axel said, taking a seat and inviting Ethan to share more about his seemingly delightful encounter.

demeanor

know what you’re going to say, Axel, that I should probably stop, but I

told you that, right?” Axel asked, seeking clarification. “I know,” Ethan interrupted, acknowledging Axel’s previous disclosure and stand

matter.

but want to reach out, even if you can turn a blind eye to it. You just can’t help but feel this sense of helplessness and need to do something. Axel said with a

outside, even though he didn’t particularly like dogs. In those moments, he began to understand Ethan’s actions a little better, recognizing the intricate interplay of compassion and helplessness that

his face as he took in the visible

Pregnant

with a nonchalant shrug. “Been asking myself the same thing.” Observing Axel’s altered appearance, Ethan couldn’t help but remark, “You come back from a weekend looking completely different. You’ve changed somehow. You’re not as prim and proper and cutthroat–looking as you used to be mean, you’ve got a bandage on your nose and

first time since I’ve known you in years, you look human and not robotic

dog. Ethan exclaimed, still in

it a home,” Axel corrected with a

in the complexities of emotions and the newfound responsibility of caring for a dog, Ethan couldn’t help but notice the subtle transformation. Axel, who had always been reserved and seemingly devoid of sentiments and emotions

of his recent experiences evident in his tired tone. The surge of his

on the horizon for Axel, and the decision to move out of the pack estate appeared to / be the start of this

mused. Besides, Axel had never really fit into pack

I assume you’ve devised a plan for the twins?” Axel inquired, his curiosity piqued. Ethan affirmed his suspicion

about the JT project?” Axel

moment. Daisy has to remain at the hospital for a few more months,” Ethan revealed, a tinge

Dr. Gomez, but it still didn’t eliminate the risks,

understanding, a subtle shift

a rigid expression, faithfully executing Ethan’s orders to the latter on a stoic note

now, this Assistant was becoming more than a detached

school. Ethan explained. Hence the

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