Murder babies deciding to get a dog! I don't know why I haven't thought about this one before because it's just *chef's kiss*
Well, I haven't done one THESE in a while....*cracks knuckles*
"We should get a guard dog." Ivar suggested as Hannibal pulled into a parking space. "We don't need a guard dog, we have Brynhilda," Hannibal points out. No one misses Brynhilda's smirk, the statement couldn't have been truer. They all pile out of the car. Brynhilda helps Ivar, Hannibal helps Ylva. They all make their way inside the restaurant. "We need a low maintenance dog." Brynhilda states, "That way it doesn't tire Ylva or Ivar out."
"I can handle a high energy dog." Ylva points out. Brynhilda kisses her temple, having meant no offense to the blonde. "We're getting a service dog," Hannibal says with a finality that doesn't leave any room to argue. The group was sat at a booth, Ivar and Brynhilda looking rather sour. "We don't need a service dog." Ivar snaps, good mood suddenly turning sour.
"Yes," Hannibal says, "We do." He looked at them all gravely. "The girls having been doing fine in therapy, but they have a long way to go."
"Don't talk about us like we aren't here," Brynhilda growls. Hannibal pats her hand. "You guys are still anxious, and there's still a lot that's new to you all. Having a service dog of some sort may help. He'll be able to alert you if there are intruders in the house." The statement hung heavy in the air.
Two nights ago, Ylva, after a bad dream, had Brynhilda check the entire house for anyone hiding in a dark corner. the week before that, Brnyhilda had stalked the perimeter of their home for hours until she was satisfied nothing was lurking in the bushes. What was the point of all of them living together if no one felt safe?
"I've spoken with a friend," Hannibal tells them, "We'll get the girls assessed and go from there. This is a good thing." The three nod, understanding there was wisdom in his words. "It had better be a big ass dog," Brynhilda grumbles, breaking the tension. The others laugh. As the waiter takes their orders, they ease into good conversation, assured the getting a new puppy was the right idea.
