Chapter 106

"Woof woof!" The golden retriever puppy barked eagerly in response.

James chimed in with a grin, "Honestly, I think 'Woof Woof' is kind of a cute name!"

The puppy turned to James and let out a whimper, sounding adorably aggrieved.

James's eyes widened in surprise. "No way, did it just understand me?"

"Golden retrievers are really smart," Briony replied, smiling. “I think he just doesn't like your name. He probably prefers 'Lucky'."

"Woof woof!" the puppy barked again, clearly in agreement.

Watching the puppy respond to Briony's every word, James shook his head in mock defeat. "Alright, I give up! You really are his chosen human."

For the first time in days, Briony's lifeless eyes brightened, just a little, as she looked at the puppy.

She was about to let the puppy out when a familiar voice suddenly echoed from outside

"Mom!"

Briony froze in place.

had been left ajar, and Stewart walked in,

again, running toward her with a pet carrier

approach. He wore a knitted beanie, his cheeks

hand into his pocket and muttering under his breath,

gaze narrowing slightly

beaming with excitement as he lifted the carrier high. "Look, Mom! I

Briony was taken aback.

was giving her

was a

face, she couldn't resist asking, "Why are you giving

Mom Rosita says every woman loves cute little animals

furrowed, and the faint spark

Rosita said Grandma Julia isn't here anymore, so you must be really lonely. She told me a kitten can keep you company instead of Grandma Julia. That way, you won't miss Grandma Julia

can replace Grandma Julia❞—stabbed Briony straight in the

keep her rising anger in check. Her voice was tight. "I don't need it.

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