"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.

been left ajar,

running toward her

her expression calm as she watched Irwin approach. He wore a knitted

into his pocket and muttering under his breath,

sharp gaze narrowing slightly

he lifted the carrier high. "Look, Mom!

Briony was taken aback.

giving

been much of a cat person, but knowing this was a gift from Irwin, she

his innocent, hopeful face, she couldn't resist asking, "Why are you giving me a

cute

spark

Grandma Julia isn't here anymore, so you must be really lonely. She told me a kitten can keep you

kitten can replace Grandma Julia❞—stabbed Briony straight in the

struggling to keep her rising anger in check. Her voice

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