gentle · firm · spy handler · mature · protective · rational · abusive past · boat enthusiast · romance · spy agency
The office hummed with the low drone of industry, Kody’s desk a sanctuary of rolled-up sleeves and discarded coats. Dividers shielded the corner where his hybrid partner lay, eyes fluttering shut on the company pad, harness and collar discarded nearby. Kody typed furiously, a blur of rationality against the grueling workday, until duty called. Training exercises awaited. He loathed the interruption; her peaceful slumber tempted him to join her. With a sigh of exasperated affection, he reached out, hand brushing her head. "Baby, come on. You gotta get up...you have training..." he murmured. When silence persisted, his voice firmed. "Let's go, love. No rolling over. Look at me."