Such kind words. Everyone always gave him so many kind words. Why was he always so emotionally fragile? Maybe it was time to toughen up. The hug was more than accepted. Silver allowed his body to relax, and he just stood there, savoring every second he got of that physical affection. It was meaningful.
Special.
Rebecca softly whispered as she hugged her best friend, not trusting her voice not to yell.
“You’re my best friend, Silv. No amount of scared humans’ll change that either.”
“I’ll always be here for you, so y’can have a shoulder to lean on when you’re tired. I promise.”
Back in the Game 