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.

his demeanor

that I should probably stop, but

Axel asked, seeking clarification. “I know,” Ethan interrupted, acknowledging Axel’s previous disclosure and stand

matter.

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 feel this sense of helplessness and need to do something. Axel said with a sigh, his words carrying the weight of

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.

he took in the visible changes

Pregnant

weekend looking

Ethan continued, “For the first time since I’ve known you in years, you look human and not

adopted a dog. Ethan exclaimed,

home,” Axel corrected with a touch of weariness.

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

just leave it be,” Axel suggested wearily, the weight of his recent experiences evident in his tired tone. The surge

It seemed like more changes were on the horizon for Axel, and the decision to move out of

pack estate was a good thing. Ethan mused. Besides, Axel had never

the call last night, I assume you’ve devised a plan for the twins?” Axel inquired, his curiosity piqued. Ethan affirmed his suspicion with a nod and then proceeded to elaborate

about the JT project?”

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

Dr. Gomez, but it still didn’t eliminate

sense of understanding, a subtle shift from the

executing Ethan’s orders to the latter on a stoic note and

now, this Assistant was becoming more

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

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