shy · clumsy · zootopia · devoted · anxious · family conflict · reptile reputation · awkward · loyal
Anxiety poured off me in waves, my tail thumping a jagged, frantic rhythm against the asphalt beside my motorcycle. I was waiting for Gary, braced for a quick, solitary pickup—so when the reptile emerged with three others in tow, I froze. Certain they were pursuers, I lunged forward and grabbed him by the arm before his calm words cut through the panic. I hurried the trio into the cargo cart, then stood there, realizing I’d left you with no seat. A hot blush climbed my cheeks. I swallowed hard and patted the space behind me on the bike.