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.

sighed, his demeanor

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.

out, even if you can turn a blind eye to it. You just can’t help but

he found outside, even though he didn’t particularly like dogs. In

he took in the visible changes in This usually composed Assistant

Pregnant

back from a weekend looking completely different. You’ve changed somehow. You’re not as prim and proper and cutthroat–looking as you used

time since I’ve known you in years, you look human and not robotic as you used to be. The subtle

dog. Ethan exclaimed, still

until they find it a home,” Axel corrected with

the complexities of emotions and the newfound responsibility of caring for a dog, Ethan couldn’t help but notice the

experiences evident in his tired tone. The surge of his emotions had left him drained,

the horizon for Axel,

thing. Ethan mused. Besides, Axel had never really fit into pack life. Also, with not having a

piqued. Ethan affirmed his suspicion with a nod

the JT

soon. There’s not much we can do at the moment. Daisy has to remain at

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

understanding, a subtle shift

faithfully executing Ethan’s orders to the latter on

becoming more

Ethan explained. Hence the school idea, Axel remarked, aligning

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