“Little mouse,” he started when I turned. I stopped. “Yeah?” “Will you sleep in here tonight?” I turned around. “Do you want me to?” He gave a small nod. “Yeah, yeah, I do.” It was a start, so I gave him a smile. “Then I will.” “Good” He gave me a smile in return and lifted the plate. “Thanks for the food.” I nodded again. “Anytime.”
