“Lola isn’t the only one I missed while I was gone.” “She’s not?” Her eyes widen at my admission. I shake my head, not able to find the right words. “Does this mean you’re finally ready to confess your undying love for Waffles?” she asks with a gleam in her eye. “I wouldn’t bank on that happening anytime soon.” I chuckle. “Not until he’s learned to behave.” “Darn, he’ll be crushed when I break the news.”