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She froze too, surprised by her own success. At Jay’s indignant cry, Shenanigans let out a little scream too, backpedaling as he reared at her like a wild mustang. She didn’t move quite fast enough to avoid his paws, which boxed her about the ears.

She bolted, knowing Jay would chase her and, quite likely, catch up to her. For a short time, Shenanigans held her own. When the inevitable happened, she dropped the fish and tucked her tail, scooting away toward Eljay.

He was on his belly now, which was the perfect position for Shenanigans to dive toward his armpit and wedge herself in there. She panted for a moment, eyes keeping watch for Jay. She doubted he would retaliate while she was here; that was the entire point!

When her breath settled, Shenanigans did too, letting out some soft, happy noises as she snuggled into Papa Eljay’s warmth.