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The box opens; I hear a gasp of excitement.
Looking up at the human above me, I see a boy with wide eyes and messy hair.
I wag my tail so hard, I topple over. He squeals, scooping me into his arms.
“A puppy? For us to keep?”
“Yes, sweetheart…oh baby, don’t cry!”
The boy sniffs, burying his face in my fur. “She’s s-so cute.”
I curl against his chest, heart thumping with joy.
My boy.
Mine.
I reach up, licking his nose; he giggles.
“You’re perfect,” he whispers. “I think I’ll call you Nellie.”
Nellie.
I like that.