Mammoth turned his head and loped toward them, tail wagging behind him. Ludo took a step back, while Bryony moved forward to give the big fella a scratch behind the ears. “Hello, Mammoth, you’re a beautiful boy, aren’t you?” She looked back at Ludo. “You’re not scared of a puppy, are you?” “He’s no puppy; he’s a monster. And most monsters I’ve met will take your arm off if you get too close.” “Good thing I’m already missing a leg.”
