Samantha barely heard the explanation. Her eyes were locked on Pablo, her chest heaving with emotion. She reached out, arms trembling. Alex smiled as he placed the bunny gently into her arms. Pablo nestled instantly into her neck, vibrating with deep, rapid purring as if nothing had happened.
She sank to her knees in the damp grass, hugging him close, tears streaming down her cheeks. “You ridiculous little thing,” she whispered, half-laughing through her sobs. “You nearly gave me a heart attack.” Pablo nuzzled into her jacket, his soft paws resting against her wrist, the faint sound of teeth gently clicking as he relaxed.