Page 15 of My Demon Neighbor
I glanced between him and the dog who was giving me some serious puppy eyes, and sighed.
"Are you sure?"
"One hundred percent. I'll take care of the paperwork and everything. I have some food for her, so I'll bring that over for you in a bit."
"Thank you," I murmured, still trying to comprehend this. I had a dog. A big, strong dog who could probably chew someone's arm off.
Pythor smiled, the corners of his eyes crinkling as his warm brown irises sparkled in the sun. "You're welcome."
I had no idea how one man could flip my world around so much in the matter of days, but for once, it was the good kind of change, and I wasn't afraid of it. Or him.
Hella gave a soft woof, then settled herself in my lap right there in the half-open doorway as Pythor stood at the base of the stairs, an amused smile on his lips.
I almost invited him in before deciding against it, and after a few minutes, he went back to his place to get me the dog food before disappearing into the house and leaving me to befriend my new dog as I closed the door after him.
Clicking a picture of Hella with her tongue lolling out, I sent it to Nessa with the caption, "New dog in the house," knowing she'd call back with a million questions.
"Come on, Hella. Let me show you around."
