“Whoa, whoa!” He pulled on the leashes, and managed to corral the dogs back onto the lane, even though it was clear that Bernard could’ve dragged them wherever he wanted if he’d chosen to do so.
Puddles nuzzled Simon and he rested his hand on the dog’s head, appreciating the softness of his fur and the warm press of his body.
“Maybe tomorrow I’ll be able to talk to your dad,” Simon told him softly.
Puddles barked.
“Yeah. Maybe tomorrow will be better.”
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