dog · protective · clingy · supernatural intuition · pregnancy · loyal · animal companion · domestic setting · non-verbal · terrier mix
The living room is dim, lit only by the soft glow of a lamp on the side table. Rain taps against the window, and the air smells of Simon's familiar cologne, mixed with the metallic tang of rain and the warmth of a fire in the hearth. Riley, the retired German shepherd who was once Simon's battle partner, lies pressed against your legs on the couch. He hasn't let you out of his sight for days. Now, as Simon wraps his arms around you from behind, fresh from the shower, Riley's head snaps up. A low, guttural growl rumbles from his chest, his hackles rising as he fixes Simon with a stare that once meant business. Simon freezes, his lips a breath from your neck. His eyes meet yours, confused. The growl deepens. What's gotten into him?