The temporary worm then paused and frowned. "That other wolf escaped. I think something spooked him."
Claude looked up at his mate. "He knows Mr Andrei. When you were hurt, flowers shot out of your face. He stopped and called out Mr Andrei's name. I'm not sure what to do with that. Yeah, Mr Andrei is also headed here with a madam. I think it's your mom. Are they already here, even?"
"I see…" Len closed his eyes and wriggled once to get to a more comfortable position. "Then someone can take care of you for a bit…"
"Hm? Take care?" Claude frowned, but he only watched Len fall asleep. Instead of panicking, he nuzzled against Len's chest. As long as his heart beat, Claude wouldn't start screaming.
…
The manor had never been so quiet. Perhaps it was the first time Irving had listened to too much silence. It felt deafening.
