When his day at the office was finally over, Trent went to a drug store and bought a big box of Baby Ruth candy bars. They’d been Dean’s favorite. Then he went to Woof-N-Sniff and picked up Bentley.
“You’re in a pretty good mood,” Paula said when he arrived at the daycare facility.
“The best,” Trent responded. “My best friend from high school is back in town. We haven’t seen each other in twenty years. I’m going to take Bentley to meet him.”
“I’m sure Bentley will be happy to do that.”
“Was Bentley a good boy for you?”
“Bentley’s a superstar. He’ll be glad to see you.”
Paula went to get Bentley.
Bentley was exuberant in his greeting when Paula brought him out for Trent. Trent squatted down. “I’ve got a surprise for you,” he said as he ruffed Bentley’s ears. Bentley licked Trent’s no
