Alexander's mind turned blank, and his heart pounded. By the time he could react, Zephyr was smiling at him warmly.
The light hug just now represented their friendship, but to Alexander, it was a treasure he would keep in the bottom of his heart forever.
After a momentary stupor, Alexander beamed happily. His steps were lighter as well. He made his way out before turning back to wave at Zephyr again until he completely faded into the dark night.
Zephyr took his time standing in the front yard.
The soft night breeze blew. He took a deep breath and hurried his way back inside. He could not wait to hug his wife and sniff her out.
A shadow flashed in the trees not too far away as a telephoto lens retracted slowly.
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When Zephyr stepped inside, instead of finding Cordelia, he was greeted with an aroma from the kitchen. He smiled and strode in, hugging the busy woman from the back.
"Yikes!" Cordelia was frightened and swatted the hands on her hips right away.
"Are you a cat? How did you walk so quietly!?"
"Darling," Zephyr called her huskily with his chin perched on her shoulder.
"What?"
He did not say anything, merely smiling and calling her again, "Darling."
"What is it?"
"Darling!"
Cordelia frowned and turned around to place a hand on his forehead. "Are you sick?"
Zephyr chuckled and pulled her into his arms. He just wanted to call her. There was no other reason.
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