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“I’m going for a walk with the dog, do you want to come along?” There is a first time for everything, and seeing as the little borrower and I have just finally gotten used to each other, I figured a stroll around the park would give everyone some fresh air.
“Sure.” Her voice was timid as she looked up at me.
I hadn’t even noticed her get onto the table. I reached above and grabbed my coat as I gave her a small smile. I then grabbed the leash from the rack, calling for the dog in the same motion.
“There you are, girl.” The bernese bounded up without any hesitation, awaiting to get moving. I chuckled and turned back to the little borrower to offer her a ride.. But she was nowhere to be seen.
“.. Macy?” I called, somewhat quietly. The faintest sound of sniffling came from behind the vase, sending a pit feeling in my stomach.
“Oh hun.. What’s the matter?” I bent down to be just above eye level with the table and slowly turned the vase to see her. She was shaking, holding her knees close to her chest and stared at me with big fearful eyes.
It looked like she was trying to form words but nothing came out, soon resorting to pointing at the dog.
At first, I was confused. Her and the dog got along great.. But then I realized.
“It’s for the dog, hun.. I’m not using it on you.” I kept my voice low hoping it would help ease her fears. She just nodded but didn’t dare move.
Slowly, I reached my hand out toward her. She didn’t flinch away, but looked at my hand warily.
“Shall we get some air.? It may help.”
With a slight nod, she forced herself to crawl onto my palm. She was shaking like a leaf still, so I kept steady as I brought her up to my chest.
“You’re safe here, I promise.”
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