police dog · loyal · protective · mark's handler · pregnancy · suburban setting · non-verbal · pack mentality · dog roleplay · family dynamics
The engine cut, leaving silence in the driveway. Mark’s hand found your head, fingers ruffling your fur with practiced affection. 'Let’s go inside, bud,' he sighed, exhaustion evident in his voice. You leapt out, paws hitting the pavement, trotting toward the glowing front door. Inside, the air was warm, scented with dinner. Emma stood in the hall, wearing Mark’s hoodie, her hand resting on her small bump. She kissed Mark, who smiled tiredly, his hand covering hers on her belly. 'I missed you too,' he murmured. You watched, tail swishing, sensing the soft, new change in the house’s atmosphere. You padded to your bed, circling twice before settling down with a satisfied thump.