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“As long as it isn’t too loud, watching a movie would be nice,” Beau said, gently transferring Jessica to her carrier. She didn’t wake, and he put the carrier on the floor, Randi right next to it like a small guard dog.
“What’s with her?” Beau asked.
“I think she’s watching over her,” Mitchell explained. “She’s never been aggressive, but something about Jessica draws her. Dogs are very intuitive, and they bond sometimes with the person they want. It can be strange who they pick, because it isn’t necessarily the person who feeds them.” He gently stroked her head, and Randi closed her eyes, settling onto the cushion.
“Have you ever brought one of the dogs home from the shelter before? Is this something you do to give them an outing or something?” Beau asked, sitting on the side of the sofa nearest to Jessica.
“No. I don’t want to give the dogs false hope. If I could, I’d probably bring all the dogs home and keep every single one. That’s why I keep the dogs in the shelter and work so hard to find homes for them.” There was a part of his heart that he was afraid to give away once more.
“Well, if you don’t mind my saying so, I think you have someone who wormed their way into your heart.” Beau smiled and even he reached over to lightly stroke Randi’s head. “I’d say she’s a keeper.” He fiddled with the blankets. “What movies do you like?”
Mitchell brought up his cable on demand and let Beau choose one. “Would you like something to drink?”
Beau groaned. “Do I dare have a beer like an adult? It’s been so long.”
Mitchell brought glasses of a local microbrew from a growler and set them on the table. “It’s a red ale from Molly Pitcher. I love what they do.” He sat on the sofa as well.
“Is this okay?”
“Singin’ in the Rain?” Mitchell said with a smile. He would never have guessed Beau would choose that. “I love old movies too, and Debbie Reynolds is so cute in this. Such a talent.” He leaned back as the movie started. “Thank you for staying.” He turned and found Beau staring back at him. Mitchell wasn’t sure what the look meant for a second until a flash of hunger passed across Beau’s eyes. It didn’t last long before he turned back to Jessica with a sigh. Then he lifted his beer and drank a good portion of the glass.
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