Chapter 7The puppies were four weeks old. Their eyes were opening. They were now being allowed beyond the borders of the closet nest. They were trying to stand. Some were taking a few wobbly steps. Their attempts at barking made Arnie laugh.
Tails had begun to wag, and Jason had discovered they were getting teeth. This Jason announced to Arnie in his usual disgruntled way after being nipped while tussling with Zeus.
One evening while the two men were playing with the puppies, Jason commented, “Anderson’s gonna find out they’re here for sure now that they’re starting to bark. So, what’s the plan, Arn?” he added, with a touch of sarcasm.
“I’m not sure,” Arnie said, avoiding Jason’s eyes.
“Because you don’t have one.”
“No, I…I do. It’s just…”
Jason raised an eyebrow.
Arnie sighed. “No,
