More Than Neighbors. Janice Johnson Kay

maybe Mark had dragged you upstairs to see his room.”

      Gabe ambled forward, hoping he looked unthreatening, although he wasn’t sure why it mattered. It might be best if she did find him intimidating. “No, he’s currently dragging Watson upstairs to lock him in solitary confinement.”

      Ciara made a face. “I swear that dog’s last family must have let him help himself to food right off their plates. I refuse to gobble down my meals, ready at every moment to defend my food.”

      Gabe found himself smiling at the picture. “Might be good for your reflexes.”

      “More likely it would cause indigestion.” She tilted her head. “Was he coming right back down? Dinner is ready to go on the table.”