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 say, Axel, that I should probably stop, but I can’t,” Ethan stated with

into it, they’re not yours. I told you that, right?” Axel asked, seeking clarification. “I know,” Ethan interrupted,

matter.

a blind eye 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

scrminized Axel, concem etched across his face as he took in

Pregnant

Ethan inquired, his tone reflecting genuine worry. Axel responded 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

a 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

adopted a dog.

temporary until they find it a home,” Axel corrected

a dog, Ethan couldn’t help but notice the subtle transformation. Axel, who had always been reserved

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

bore into Axel with a profound understanding. It seemed like more changes were on the horizon for Axel, and the decision to move out of

seemed moving out of the pack estate was a good thing. Ethan mused. Besides,

the twins?” Axel inquired, his curiosity piqued. Ethan affirmed his suspicion with a nod and then proceeded to elaborate on his strategies, articulating a sense of purpose in his

about the JT project?”

has to remain

but it still

understanding, a subtle shift

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

this Assistant was becoming

she doesn’t get to go to school. Ethan explained. Hence the school idea, Axel remarked, aligning his understanding with Ethan’s

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