David dropped beside them, his face soaked in sweat and dirt. “She’s okay,” he said, more to himself than anyone else. “She’s okay.” Lisa looked up at him. “You did it,” she whispered. “We did it,” he corrected. “You distracted a giant eagle with a mouse toy.”
Lisa laughed through tears. “That toy’s magic.” Around them, the others exhaled in unison. Some clapped. Others simply stood in awe. One teenager whispered, “That was the craziest thing I’ve ever seen.” Lisa kissed Coco’s head. “Yeah,” she said. “But she’s home now. That’s all that matters.”