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Uh oh, Elwood thought as soon as he saw Eljay's expression darken. The pup's lower lip wiggled and fat tears shone in his eyes, and Elwood's heart nearly broke on the spot. He almost wanted to send up a howl for Finley right then and there, begging her to come back, but he knew that wouldn't be fair. She deserved to have a few days of freedom.

"She'll be back before we know it," he said, trying to keep his voice calm and soothing as he addressed his son. "Hey, what do you want to do while she's away? We can do something that's just for Daddy and Elwoof, something that Mommy doesn't do!" he suggested, his ears perking.