Koa was enjoying the tussle. He'd always wanted a playmate, even at his age.<br/>When she moved away from him his ears rose to pinpoints and he crawled over to her on all fours.<br/><br/>When he got close enough he licked at her nose.<br/><span style="font-style: italic">I don't understand...</span><br/><br/>Was she backing away from him because she'd liked him and was getting overwhelmed? He'd seen kids his age have trouble staying in contact with someone who rejected them.<br/><br/>Koa settled down next to her, draping one large paw over her shoulder and nuzzling his head against hers.<br/><span style="font-style: italic"><br/>What's wrong, hun? I can't help you if I don't know how...</span>