The sound is dull, the thud of a foot against damp packed sand. The smell of salt and sand is joined by the musk of fur, a nose and whiskers tickling as her hand is sniffed by a small cottontail rabbit. A moment later, a deep male voice follows.
"Bao! Back off, baby, don't bother people."
The little rabbit growls--a tiny sound that's far more adorable than threatening--and thumps her foot again, continuing to sniff. Dad, can't you see the lady is sad? She needs Bao!
A moment later, the furry body is lifted away, and a strong, warm hand settles on the woman's shoulder. The deep voice is soft, heavy with concern and a weight that speaks to sympathy.
"Hey--if you need to be alone, I'll leave, but...if you don't wanna be alone, can I sit with you? Just silence, if you want."
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The sound is dull, the thud of a foot against damp packed sand. The smell of salt and sand is joined by the musk of fur, a nose and whiskers tickling as her hand is sniffed by a small cottontail rabbit. A moment later, a deep male voice follows.
"Bao! Back off, baby, don't bother people."
The little rabbit growls--a tiny sound that's far more adorable than threatening--and thumps her foot again, continuing to sniff. Dad, can't you see the lady is sad? She needs Bao!
A moment later, the furry body is lifted away, and a strong, warm hand settles on the woman's shoulder. The deep voice is soft, heavy with concern and a weight that speaks to sympathy.
"Hey--if you need to be alone, I'll leave, but...if you don't wanna be alone, can I sit with you? Just silence, if you want."