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 shifting to

should probably stop, but

asked, seeking clarification. “I know,” Ethan interrupted, acknowledging Axel’s

matter.

things. You see something’s out of place and you can’t just help but want to reach out, even if you can turn a blind eye to it. You just can’t help but

spoke, Axel vividly recalled the helpless feeling of having to go back to help the woman at the exhibition and picking up the puppy he found 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 often accompanied certain situations. Human emotions and feelings were complicated and

as he took in the visible changes

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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

moment, Ethan continued, “For the first time since I’ve known you in years, you look human and not robotic as you used to be. The subtle shift in Axel’s demeanor hadn’t escaped

dog. Ethan

it a home,” Axel corrected

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 was now navigating the terrain of compassion

tone. The

a profound understanding. It seemed like more changes were on the horizon for Axel, and the

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

inquired, his curiosity piqued. Ethan affirmed his suspicion with a nod and then proceeded to

the

we can do at the moment. Daisy has to remain at the hospital for a few more months,” Ethan

it still

responded with a shared sense of understanding, a subtle shift from the

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

this Assistant was becoming more

while, she’s sad she doesn’t get to go to school. Ethan explained. Hence

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