Karen’s Growing Fondness
Karen, one of the shelter’s most committed and compassionate workers, had slowly grown especially attached to Rufus over the past several weeks. There was an undeniable warmth about him that lifted her mood every single day she came in. Through daily routines like feeding him and taking him out for long walks, they formed a quiet but meaningful bond. Karen often found herself talking about him to her coworkers, calling him fiercely loyal. Each morning, Rufus greeted her with boundless excitement, as if he had something important he was waiting to share.
Karen’s Growing Fondness
Noticing a Difference
Over time, Karen began to recognize subtle differences in how Rufus reacted to various visitors. Although he was friendly to everyone, there were certain people who sparked an unusually intense excitement in him, far beyond his normal enthusiasm. With others, he appeared curious but distant, studying them carefully. One afternoon, Karen mentioned to Jake that Rufus seemed to sense something deeper about people. His behavior didn’t feel accidental—it felt intentional, as though he was quietly evaluating each person in his own thoughtful way.
Noticing A Difference
